EAT-26 Scores Explained: Free Eating Attitudes Test Online
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Preoccupied with weight, food, or body shape? The EAT-26 (Eating Attitudes Test) is one of the most widely used screens for eating disorder symptoms. On LuriaLab you can take the free EAT-26 online and see your score with instant interpretation.
What Is the EAT-26?
The Eating Attitudes Test-26 measures attitudes and behaviors related to eating, dieting, and body image. It is used in research and clinical settings as an initial screen — not a full eating disorder assessment.
What Do EAT Scores Mean?
EAT scores are the sum of item responses (with reverse-scored items applied per the standard key). In screening practice, a total score of 20 or higher often indicates elevated risk worth follow-up — though cutoffs can vary by population.
- Lower scores — fewer eating-related concerns on this measure
- Higher scores — more dieting preoccupation, bulimic features, or control issues
Your LuriaLab report shows your total and guidance automatically. Only a qualified clinician — often with medical evaluation — can diagnose anorexia, bulimia, or other eating disorders.
Who Should Take the EAT-26?
Adults and adolescents concerned about restrictive eating, bingeing, purging, or intense body dissatisfaction. If you also feel low mood, consider pairing with the PHQ-9 on LuriaLab.
Take the Free EAT-26 on LuriaLab
Ready to check your eating attitudes? Take the EAT-26 — free, anonymous, and scored instantly.
Important: If you are in crisis or have medical symptoms from eating behaviors, contact emergency services or a healthcare provider immediately.