Important safety note
This page is a screening aid, not a diagnosis. It is designed to help organize warning signs and support a safer conversation with a qualified clinician.
If someone has fainting, chest pain, trouble breathing, severe weakness, or thoughts of self-harm, seek urgent medical or crisis support now.
Complete the screening form
The results appear above this form after submission.
Plotly graph
The chart visualizes Yes or No answers across the five core screening questions.
Example data table
| Example case | Core yes answers | Core score | Supportive markers | Urgent flags | Displayed outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Case A | 1 | 1/5 | 2 | 0 | Below common positive-screen threshold |
| Case B | 3 | 3/5 | 4 | 0 | Positive screen |
| Case C | 2 | 2/5 | 3 | 1 | Urgent support recommended |
Formula used
Core Screen Score = Q1 + Q2 + Q3 + Q4 + Q5
Each core answer = Yes: 1 point, No: 0 points
Positive screen threshold = 2 or more Yes answers
Urgent override = any urgent red flag changes the displayed result to urgent support recommended
Supportive concern markers are listed separately to improve documentation and discussion. They do not replace clinical judgment, and they are not used as a diagnosis rule.
This structure keeps the core score simple, transparent, and easy to explain during a clinical, school, family, or counseling review.
How to use this calculator
- Enter an optional name or identifier and confirm the date.
- Select an answer for each of the five core screening questions.
- Check any supportive concern markers that match the current situation.
- Mark urgent red flags immediately if they are present.
- Submit the form to show the result above the form.
- Review the score, recommendation, chart, and logged concerns.
- Download the CSV or PDF report for documentation or sharing.
- Use the output to support a conversation with a qualified clinician.
Frequently asked questions
1) Does this tool diagnose anorexia?
No. It is a screening aid that organizes warning signs. A licensed clinician must complete the full assessment, rule out other causes, and decide whether anorexia or another eating disorder is present.
2) Why does the tool use five core questions?
Five core questions keep the screen brief and practical. They flag patterns related to restriction, body-image distortion, weight change, loss of control, and food preoccupation, which can help identify who needs fuller evaluation.
3) What does a positive screen mean?
A positive screen means the result crosses the common threshold for concern. It does not confirm a diagnosis. It means a proper assessment with a clinician, therapist, or eating-disorder specialist is recommended.
4) Why are supportive markers not added to the score?
They are kept separate to avoid overstating precision. Supportive markers help document context, but the core result stays easier to explain when the threshold depends only on the five screening questions.
5) What should I do if urgent flags are present?
Treat the result as urgent. Seek immediate help from a clinician, emergency department, crisis line, or trusted adult. Fainting, chest symptoms, severe weakness, or self-harm thoughts should never wait for a routine appointment.
6) Can schools, parents, or counselors use this page?
Yes, as a structured conversation starter. It can help document concerns and track whether someone needs urgent or routine professional review. It should not replace a medical, nutrition, or mental health evaluation.
7) Why include CSV and PDF downloads?
Exports make the result easier to store, print, or share with care teams. They also support follow-up comparisons when the screening is repeated at different dates during monitoring.
8) Can a low score still matter?
Yes. Someone may still need help even below the common threshold, especially when eating, mood, body image, or daily function is worsening. Clinical judgment and safety concerns always matter more than a simple score.