Eating Disorder Risk Assessment Quiz for Parents

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  What’s your biggest concern right now as a parent?

  • A.
    I just want peace of mind
  • B.
    I've noticed some red flags
  • C.
    I am overwhelmed and need answers
  • D.
    I want to understand if there is an emotional or biological cause
• 2.
  Does your child seem very hard on themselves about school, appearance, or performance

  • A.
    Not really
  • B.
    Occasionally
  • C.
    Often
  • D.
    All the time
• 3.
  Has your child recently become more secretive or withdrawn around food?

  • A.
    No change
  • B.
    A Little
  • C.
    Noticeably
  • D.
    Yes, very much so
• 4.
  How often does your child talk about “being healthy” in a way that feels rigid or obsessive (e.g. calorie counting, ‘clean’ food only)?

  • A.
    Never
  • B.
    Occasionally
  • C.
    Frequently
  • D.
    Almost Always
• 5.
  Has your child ever skipped meals or claimed they “already ate” when you suspect otherwise?

  • A.
    All the time
  • B.
    Frequently
  • C.
    Occasionally
  • D.
    Never
• 6.
  Has your child expressed fear of gaining weight—even when they're at a normal or low weight?

  • A.
    No
  • B.
    Slight Concern
  • C.
    Clear Worry
  • D.
    Constant Fear
• 7.
  Have you observed your child overeating and then expressing guilt, shame, or trying to “make up for it” with extreme exercise or skipping meals?

  • A.
    No
  • B.
    A few times
  • C.
    Its becoming a pattern
  • D.
    Yes, this happens a lot
• 8.
  Does your child repeatedly check their body, weigh themselves, or measure body parts?

  • A.
    Never
  • B.
    Occassionally
  • C.
    Frequently
  • D.
    Answer D
• 9.
  Does your child express a need for control over their diet or exercise regimen?

  • A.
    No
  • B.
    Occasionally
  • C.
    Frequently
  • D.
    Almost Always
• 10.
  Does your child exhibit intense distress when routines (e.g., exercise, meal timing) are disrupted?

  • A.
    Almost Always
  • B.
    Frequently
  • C.
    Occasionally
  • D.
    No
• 11.
  Has your child experienced significant weight loss or gain in the past 3 months?

  • A.
    No
  • B.
    Mild
  • C.
    Moderate
  • D.
    Severe
• 12.
  Has your child stopped menstruating or experienced irregular cycles?

  • A.
    No
  • B.
    Occasionally
  • C.
    Frequently
  • D.
    Almost Always
• 13.
  Has your child reported physical symptoms like dizziness, hair loss, or gastrointestinal distress?

  • A.
    Never
  • B.
    Occasionally
  • C.
    Frequently
  • D.
    Almost Always

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Low Risk

  Your responses suggest that your child is not currently showing strong signs of disordered eating or related risk factors. That’s encouraging — but it doesn’t mean we can stop paying attention.Sometimes, early traits like perfectionism, anxiety around food, or body comparison begin quietly and escalate over time. In fact, many young people who later develop eating disorders report that the signs started subtly — and were easy to miss.💡 Insight: Did you know that early intervention, even before symptoms begin, can reduce the risk of eating disorders by over 60%?Now is a powerful time to stay engaged, strengthen communication, and explore tools that support emotional and nutritional wellness at home.
• 2.
  Moderate Risk

  Some of your answers point to patterns that could be linked to the early stages of disordered eating or emotional struggles with food and self-image. These warning signs might not seem urgent now — but they matter.Often, these are the exact behaviors that go unnoticed by others: food restriction masked as “health,” guilt after eating, or a child trying to gain control through perfectionistic habits.💡 Insight: Research shows that perfectionism, anxiety, and subtle food rules are some of the most overlooked predictors of eating disorders — especially when paired with puberty or family stress.Its important to push your primary care doctor to take a closer look at this and be proactive. The good news? You caught it early. And with the right tools, early action can make all the difference.
• 3.
  High Risk

  Your responses suggest strong indicators of disordered eating patterns or traits closely associated with eating disorders — such as body image fixation, food guilt, secrecy, or emotional withdrawal.We know this can feel heavy. But you’re not alone — and this moment could be a true turning point for your family. By taking this quiz, you’ve already done something incredibly brave: you’ve stepped into awareness.💡 Insight: Eating disorders are deeply rooted in biology, emotion, and environment. Many involve inherited traits (like anxiety or compulsivity) that interact with stress or life transitions — but they are also treatable, especially when caught early.You don’t need to have all the answers right now. You just need to take the next step.