Do I Have An Eating Disorder?

1. I feel a strong need to control my eating habits or the amount of food I consume in order to feel good about myself.

2. I believe that I will be happier if I can lose weight or change my body shape.

3. I’ve lost significant weight unintentionally or through extreme dieting, and I’m constantly trying to lose more.

4. I often feel that I’m not in control of my eating behaviors, and I am ashamed of it.

5. I find myself eating in secret or hiding food because I’m embarrassed about how much I eat.

6. I have been concerned by others about my eating habits or weight, but I tend to ignore or dismiss their concerns.

7. I engage in extreme measures (like fasting or excessive exercise) to lose weight.

8. I frequently feel out of control during episodes of overeating or binge eating.

9. I often feel preoccupied with my weight or body image, leading me to make unhealthy decisions about food.

10. I avoid certain foods or food groups because I fear they will lead to weight gain.

11. I often compare my body to others and feel dissatisfied with how I look.

12. I sometimes purge (vomit, use laxatives, or exercise excessively) after eating to avoid weight gain.

13. I use food or eating to cope with negative emotions, such as stress, sadness, or anxiety.

14. I feel anxious or distressed about my body shape or weight, even if others say I look fine.

15. I often eat large quantities of food in a short period of time, even when I’m not Hungry.

16. I feel a loss of control over how much or what I eat during meals.

17. I frequently skip meals or avoid eating in social situations because of concerns about food.

18. I engage in restrictive eating or dieting behaviors to control my weight or body shape.

19. I feel guilty or ashamed after eating certain foods, especially if I overeat.

20. I often think about food or eating, even when I'm not hungry.