Exercise dependence among sports enthusiasts (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9786208189259)

Physical activity, although beneficial to health, can become excessive and lead to exercise dependence (DEP), an addictive behavioral disorder with deleterious consequences. The aim of our study was to assess the risk of PED among sports enthusiasts, as well as the associated factors.A descriptive and analytical study was carried out on 125 gym-goers, using an anonymous online questionnaire. To assess PED, we used the Exercise Addiction Inventory (EAI).The mean EAI score was 19.51 4.4, revealing that 19% of the population was at risk of PED. A significant association was noted between PED risk and the following factors: sporting career (p

Author: Mariem Turki,Mohamed Amine Megdiche,Jihen Aloulou
ISBN-10: 620818925X
ISBN-13: 9786208189259
Publisher: Our Knowledge Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/17/2024
Pages: 52
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.20lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.12d