Question

Which of the following are risk factors for eating disorders?

Check All That Apply

Being a young adult male

Being a young adult male
Having a history of frequent dietingHaving a history of frequent dieting

Having a poor self-image and low self-esteem

Having a poor self-image and low self-esteem

Having a close relative with an eating disorder or a mental illness

Having a close relative with an eating disorder or a mental illness
Having type 2 diabetesHaving type 2 diabetes
Having a limited social network and feeling isolatedHaving a limited social network and feeling isolated
Having a perfectionist personalityHaving a perfectionist personality

Answer 1

The following are recognized risk factors for eating disorders:

- Having a history of frequent dieting
- Having a poor self-image and low self-esteem
- Having a close relative with an eating disorder or a mental illness
- Having a limited social network and feeling isolated
- Having a perfectionist personality

While being a young adult male can be a factor, eating disorders are traditionally more common in females, though awareness is increasing regarding males developing eating disorders. Having type 2 diabetes is not typically considered a direct risk factor for eating disorders.

Therefore, the factors to check would be:
- Having a history of frequent dieting
- Having a poor self-image and low self-esteem
- Having a close relative with an eating disorder or a mental illness
- Having a limited social network and feeling isolated
- Having a perfectionist personality