Term of Award
Spring 2025
Degree Name
Doctor of Public Health in Public Health Leadership (Dr.P.H.)
Document Type and Release Option
Dissertation (open access)
Copyright Statement / License for Reuse
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Department
College of Public Health
Committee Chair
William Mase
Committee Member 1
Linda Kimsey
Committee Member 2
Jeffery Jones
Abstract
This study explores adolescent eating disorder trends in the United States between 1999-2013, identifies national eating disorder mortality trends, and analyzes data for in-patient adolescent hospital admissions. Additionally, this study uses public-facing data for residential eating disorder treatment centers to explore issues related to insurance coverage, gender inclusivity, and evidence-informed treatment practices. The findings will highlight gaps in data collection and policy, support advocacy, and contribute to the research into eating disorder prevalence, prevention, treatment outcomes, and economic impact, leading to greater visibility to promote change.
Recommended Citation
Tolbert, Brittany, "Exploring the Impact: Eating Disorder Treatment and Mortality in the United States" (2025). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 2909.
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/etd/2909
Research Data and Supplementary Material
No
