Eating Attitudes Test (EAT-26)

In 5 minutes, clarifies concerns around weight loss, fear of gaining weight, and restrictive eating. A fast 26 item screen that flags early risk so you can decide on next steps sooner.

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48/78

Disordered Eating Scale (DES)

Measures the severity of disordered eating attitudes and behaviors, including fear of weight gain and restrictive dietary practices.

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0 – 20: Within typical range | 21 – 78: Elevated risk

A score of 48 falls in the Elevated risk range, indicating notably increased concerns and restrictive attitudes around eating compared with typical community levels.

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DATA-BASED USER COHORTS

Who Usually Takes This Test?

Dieting and body-image concerns

41%OF USERS

People who frequently diet or worry about weight use it to check whether fear of gaining weight and food rules are becoming harmful.

Clinicians screening clients

34%OF USERS

Psychologists, psychiatrists, and primary care providers use it as a quick first screen when eating-disorder risk is suspected.

Students and athletes under pressure

25%OF USERS

Teens, college students, and athletes in settings with strict standards take it to spot early signs of restrictive eating.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this questionnaire measure?

It screens for attitudes and behaviors linked to disordered eating, including weight-control concern, fear of weight gain, and restrictive eating patterns.

How long does it take to complete?

Most respondents finish in about 5 minutes.

How many items are included?

It contains 26 items.

How should responses be selected?

Choose the option that best matches typical behavior and attitudes, not an exceptional day. Answer all items as accurately as possible.

How should results be interpreted?

Scores indicate whether further assessment may be needed and do not provide a diagnosis. Results should be considered alongside clinical interview and other relevant information.

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Eating Attitudes Test (EAT-26) - Symptoms and Signs

anorexia eating behavior

In clinical settings where disordered eating may be a concern, the Eating Attitudes Test (EAT-26) is used as a brief self-report screening measure of attitudes and behaviors related to eating and weight. It supports rapid identification of clinically significant symptom patterns that may warrant further assessment.

The measure includes 26 items and typically takes about 5 minutes to complete. Respondents rate the frequency of specific thoughts and behaviors, providing information that can inform clinical interview focus and decisions about additional evaluation; it is not a diagnostic instrument. The Eating Attitudes Test (EAT-26) was developed by David M. Garner.

Author: David M. Garner

Literature: Garner, D. M., Olmsted, M. P., Bohr, Y., & Garfinkel, P. E. The eating attitudes test: Psychometric features and clinical correlates. Psychological Medicine. 1982.

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