Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Relative Energy Deficiency in Athletes (RED-S)

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End Date May 31, 2026

Primary Contact Research Team

Email mosaic.scholar@gmail.com

Additonal Contact Faculty Investigator

Email mwittstein@elon.edu


Study Details

Research Participants Needed

This research aims to look at whether athletes with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are more likely to develop Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), which is a condition of low energy availability that results from overtraining, and/or underfueling.

Participants

  • Between 18 and 24 years old
  • Current NCAA athlete
    *while all athletes are eligible, they can only participate while their primary sport is currently in the off-season

Survey Info

  • You will be asked to complete a 15-20 minute online survey
  • Questions assess for symptoms of both disorders, as well as relevant eating and exercise habits
  • Once completed, you may opt in to a raffle of ten $25 Amazon gift cards


With any questions, please contact:

Research Team
mosaic.scholar@gmail.com

Faculty Investigator
mwittstein@elon.edu

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