EDancing - Eating Disorders in Dance

The Eating Disorders Quiz

Some behavior and feelings are very common among eating disorder sufferers. Many of these are noticeable even before the disorder is fully developed. The following quiz explores the behaviors and feelings typical to eating disorder sufferers.

This quiz can serve only as an INDICATOR of eating disorders. It is not a proper diagnostic tool. If you believe you have a problem you should consult a doctor or therapist regardless of your score.

1) I think being thinner would make me a better dancer.

2) I feel bad about myself when I look at my reflection in the mirror during dance class.

3) I believe that dance companies worry about your weight first, talent second.

4) I keep a record of my weight and body measurements.

5) I don’t eat for a whole day in order to loose weight.

6) I eat large amounts of food and then force myself to vomit afterwards.

7) I try not to eat meals with my family because I fear that the food they eat will make me fat.

8) Eating makes me agitated and jumpy.

9) I feel uncomfortable about my body in the dance studio and wish I could wear more clothing.

10) I hear a negative voice in my head telling me I am useless, obese or inadequate.

11) I use food as a source of comfort when I am stressed or upset.

12) If asked to describe myself I would use the word "fat."

13) I don’t feel worthy of the food that I am given (meals as well as snacks).

14) I abuse medication (diuretics, emetics, diet pills or laxatives) in order to induce weight loss.

15) I avoid eating in front of family and friends because I feel ashamed when I eat.

16) I feel depressed about my relationships with friends and family, my school work or my dance performance.

17) Others tell me that I am too thin and are concerned about me.

18) I weigh myself.

19) I find it difficult to concentrate on anything other than food.

20) When my dance teacher criticizes my performance I immediately assume she wants me to loose weight.

21) I know the caloric and fat content of my meals.