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Eating Disorder Tests and Screening Tools
Eating-related screening tools can highlight patterns around binge eating, restrictive eating, compensatory behaviors, and distress about body shape or weight. Results should be interpreted carefully and discussed with a qualified professional when concerns are significant.
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Use administration method, audience, and purpose to choose an appropriate educational or screening resource.
| Tool | Administration | Intended audience | Items | Primary purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binge Eating Scale (BES) | Self-report | Adults and older adolescents reviewing binge-eating behavior, loss of control, thoughts, and emotional consequences | 16 | The BES is a comprehensive assessment tool for identifying binge eating patterns through a detailed, 16-question behavioral analysis. |
| Eating Attitudes Test - 26 Item (EAT-26) | Self-report | Adolescents and adults aged 16 or above reviewing eating attitudes, dieting concerns, and related behaviors | 32 | Take the EAT-26, a self-screening tool to identify possible eating disorders, including anorexia and bulimia, through a 26-item questionnaire. |
Available eating disorder screening tools
Eating disorders
Binge Eating Scale (BES)
The BES is a comprehensive assessment tool for identifying binge eating patterns through a detailed, 16-question behavioral analysis.
Eating disorders
Eating Attitudes Test - 26 Item (EAT-26)
Take the EAT-26, a self-screening tool to identify possible eating disorders, including anorexia and bulimia, through a 26-item questionnaire.