Eating Disorder Screening Test

This confidential screening can help you identify potential signs of an eating disorder, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder).

⏱ Time Required: Approximately 5-7 minutes
📋 Total Questions: 20 questions
🔒 Privacy: Your responses are completely anonymous

Important Notice: This screening is not a diagnostic instrument. If you are concerned about eating disorder behaviors, please consult with a qualified healthcare professional or call the National Eating Disorders Association Helpline at 1-800-931-2237. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please dial 911 immediately.

Question 1 of 20

In the past 3 months, has anyone expressed concern that you may be too thin?

Yes No

Question 2 of 20

In the past 3 months, have you frequently felt upset with yourself because you believed you were overweight or fat?

Yes No

Question 3 of 20

In the past 3 months, have there been periods when you thought about food or eating nearly all the time?

Yes No

Question 4 of 20

In the past 3 months, have you experienced eating binges where you consumed a large amount of food in a short period and felt unable to control how much you were eating?

Examples: several whole pizzas, an entire cake, or multiple containers of ice cream in one sitting

Yes No

Question 5 of 20

How much do you worry about your weight and body shape compared to others your age?

I worry a lot less than other people I worry a little less than other people I worry about the same as other people I worry a little more than other people I worry a lot more than other people

Question 6 of 20

How afraid are you of gaining 3 pounds?

Not afraid of gaining Slightly afraid of gaining Moderately afraid of gaining Very afraid of gaining Terrified of gaining

Question 7 of 20

When was the last time you went on a diet?

I have never been on a diet About one year ago About 6 months ago About 3 months ago About 1 month ago Less than 1 month ago or currently on a diet

Question 8 of 20

Compared to other things in your life, how important is your weight to you?

My weight is not important compared to other things in my life My weight is a little more important than some other things My weight is more important than most, but not all, things My weight is the most important thing in my life

Question 9 of 20

How often do you feel fat?

Never Rarely Sometimes Often Always

Question 10 of 20

During episodes of eating unusually large amounts of food, do you eat much more rapidly than normal?

Yes No Not applicable – I don’t have these episodes

Question 11 of 20

Do you eat until feeling uncomfortably full?

Yes, frequently Yes, sometimes Rarely or never

Question 12 of 20

Do you eat large amounts of food when not physically hungry?

Yes, frequently Yes, sometimes Rarely or never

Question 13 of 20

Do you eat alone because you feel embarrassed by how much you are eating?

Yes No

Question 14 of 20

After eating, do you feel disgusted, depressed, or very guilty?

Yes, frequently Yes, sometimes Rarely or never

Question 15 of 20

In the past 3 months, have you made yourself vomit as a way to control your weight or shape?

Yes, regularly Yes, occasionally No

Question 16 of 20

In the past 3 months, have you used laxatives or diuretics to control your weight or shape?

Yes, regularly Yes, occasionally No

Question 17 of 20

Do you exercise excessively as a means to control your weight, even when injured, ill, or exhausted?

Yes, regularly Yes, sometimes No

Question 18 of 20

Do you regularly fast or severely restrict your food intake (less than 1200 calories per day) to influence your weight or shape?

Yes No

Question 19 of 20

Do you avoid many foods because of their texture, consistency, temperature, or smell?

Yes, this significantly limits what I eat Yes, somewhat No

Question 20 of 20

Do you avoid eating certain foods because you fear negative consequences like choking, vomiting, or allergic reactions?

Yes, this significantly affects my eating Yes, sometimes No

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References

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National Eating Disorders Association. (2023). Screening and Assessment. Retrieved from https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org

Fairburn, C. G., & Beglin, S. J. (2008). Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire (EDE-Q 6.0). In C. G. Fairburn (Ed.), Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Eating Disorders (pp. 309-313). New York: Guilford Press.

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National Institute of Mental Health. (2024). Eating Disorders: About More Than Food. Bethesda, MD: National Institutes of Health.