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Disordered Eating Test

20 Questions
3 Minutes

Do you show signs of an eating disorder?

Eating disorders (EDs) are challenging psychological conditions affecting people of all shapes and sizes. While symptoms vary, many EDs are characterized by distorted body image and unhealthy thoughts about food. Take this test to assess yourself for signs of disordered eating.

Using the key below, answer the questions based on how strongly you agree or disagree with the statement.

Strongly Disagree
Disagree
Neutral
Strongly Agree
Agree
1. I am terrified of gaining weight.
Disagree
Agree
2. I would rather not eat at all than eat something fattening.
Disagree
Agree
3. I feel good about myself based on how much I weigh.
Disagree
Agree
4. If I gained a few pounds, it wouldn’t bother me.
Disagree
Agree
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5. I often eat so much so fast that I feel out of control.
Disagree
Agree
6. I would be embarrassed if other people knew how much I eat.
Disagree
Agree
7. After a heavy meal, I often skip the next few meals to make up for it.
Disagree
Agree
8. I spend a lot of time scrutinizing my body for flaws.
Disagree
Agree
9. Negative emotions lead me to eat more.
Disagree
Agree
10. I make myself vomit or take laxatives so I don't gain weight.
Disagree
Agree
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11. I feel disgusted or ashamed after I eat too much.
Disagree
Agree
12. I lie or make excuses to avoid eating in front of other people.
Disagree
Agree
13. Weight is just a number; it doesn’t define me.
Disagree
Agree
14. Giving into hunger is a sign of weakness.
Disagree
Agree
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15. When I exercise, I mostly think about how many calories I’m burning.
Disagree
Agree
16. The amount of food I eat makes me depressed.
Disagree
Agree
17. I love the feeling of having an empty stomach.
Disagree
Agree
18. I have a long list of “bad” foods that I avoid.
Disagree
Agree
19. I feel extremely upset if I have to skip a workout.
Disagree
Agree
20. Even when I'm uncomfortably full, I feel like I can't stop eating.
Disagree
Agree

Who Is This Disordered Eating Test for?

This test is for anyone who wants to assess their thoughts and behaviors related to food and weight. This test is designed for adults and is not intended to be diagnostic.

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How to Get Help with Disordered Eating

If you are concerned about unhealthy eating habits or obsessive thoughts about food and weight, make an appointment with a licensed mental health provider; you can find one in your area on the Psychology Today Therapy Directory. 

Sources

  • Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5)
  • Garner, D. et al. The Eating Attitudes Test.
  • Garner, D. Eating Disorder Inventory-3 (EDI-3)

 

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