Diagnostic tools used for eating disorders can also be used to identify disordered eating behaviors, but because disordered eating doesn’t meet the clinical diagnostic criteria, it doesn’t receive a diagnosis. Different health providers can play a role in identifying these behaviors with questionnaires about a person’s dietary history, nutrient intake, and eating habits.[1]
How is disordered eating diagnosed?
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Disordered eating is identified using the diagnostic tools for eating disorders, but it is not a formal diagnosis because it doesn't meet the clinical criteria. Health providers can assess disordered eating behaviors through questionnaires on dietary history, nutrient intake, and eating habits.