Table 3.

Suggested Diagnostic Questions to Identify Binge-Eating Disorder

Do you think you eat more food than the average person your age? How much do you typically eat during the average day?

Do you experience feelings of loss of control over your eating and marked distress when you think about your eating habits?

How often (ie, times per week) do you binge eat?

Do you experience guilt or shame during or after an episode of binge eating?

Do any other members of your family have eating problems?