Do I Have an Eating Disorder? Take This Self-Assessment Quiz
A Self-Reflection Quiz to Explore Your Relationship with Food & Body Image
Disclaimer: This quiz is not a substitute for a professional diagnosis. Only a licensed mental health professional can diagnose an eating disorder. However, self-reflection is an important step in recognizing struggles with food and body image. If this quiz resonates with you, consider reaching out to a qualified therapist for support. Help is available, and recovery is possible.
What Is an Eating Disorder?
Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that affect a person’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors around food, eating, and body image. Common eating disorders include:
Anorexia Nervosa: Restricting food intake due to an intense fear of weight gain.
Bulimia Nervosa: Cycles of binge eating followed by purging behaviors.
Binge Eating Disorder (BED): Frequent episodes of uncontrollable overeating without compensatory behaviors.
Orthorexia: An obsession with “clean” or “healthy” eating that interferes with life.
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID): Limited eating due to sensory sensitivities or fears around food.
Eating disorders affect people of all sizes, genders, and backgrounds and can have serious physical and emotional consequences. If you find yourself struggling with food-related thoughts or behaviors, seeking professional support can be life-changing.
Self-Assessment: Eating Disorder Quiz
Instructions: Answer the following questions honestly based on your experiences. There are no right or wrong answers—this quiz is meant to help you reflect on your relationship with food and body image.
1. Eating Habits & Patterns
Do you frequently skip meals or avoid eating even when you’re hungry? (Yes/No)
Do you feel out of control when eating, as if you can’t stop? (Yes/No)
Do you eat large amounts of food in a short period, even when not physically hungry? (Yes/No)
Do you engage in behaviors to “compensate” for eating, such as excessive exercise, fasting, vomiting, or using laxatives? (Yes/No)
2. Thoughts & Feelings Around Food
Do you feel anxious, guilty, or ashamed after eating? (Yes/No)
Do you label foods as “good” or “bad” and feel like a failure when you eat “bad” foods? (Yes/No)
Do you avoid social events or situations involving food due to fear or stress? (Yes/No)
Have you ever lied about how much or how little you eat? (Yes/No)
3. Body Image & Self-Perception
Do you frequently check your body in mirrors or pinch certain areas to assess your weight? (Yes/No)
Do you feel that your self-worth is highly dependent on your weight or body shape? (Yes/No)
Have you engaged in extreme dieting or restrictive eating to control your weight? (Yes/No)
Have you avoided activities (swimming, dating, taking photos) because of how you feel about your body? (Yes/No)
4. Emotional & Mental Health Impact
Do you feel distressed, preoccupied, or consumed by thoughts of food, weight, or body image? (Yes/No)
Have you experienced significant mood changes, depression, or anxiety related to eating or your body? (Yes/No)
Have others expressed concern about your eating habits or weight changes? (Yes/No)
Do you feel trapped in a cycle of restrictive eating, bingeing, or purging? (Yes/No)
What Your Answers May Indicate
This quiz is not a diagnostic tool, but if you answered “Yes” to multiple questions, it may indicate an unhealthy relationship with food, body image, or eating behaviors. This does not necessarily mean you have an eating disorder, but it may be worth exploring further with a licensed therapist who specializes in disordered eating.
Next Steps: Seeking Support
If this quiz resonated with you, you are not alone. Many people struggle with food and body image, but help is available, and recovery is possible.