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Screening and Assessment. The SCOFF is a brief five-question screening test for eating disorders, similar to the CAGE screen for alcohol dependence. The name of the questionnaire is somewhat controversial because the word “scoff” means to eat greedily.
This short screening, appropriate for ages 13 and up, can help determine if it's time to seek professional help.
The SCOFF, a self-administered 6 question quiz is a simple, reliable screening tool to detect the presence of and aid in the treatment of an eating disorder of any type. A positive score on the SCOFF indicates suspicion of an ED.
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Is your relationship with food affecting your physical and emotional well-being? Our Eating Disorder test is free, quick, and confidential.
The factors involved in the assessment of risk in people with eating disorders include: Medical risk. Psychological risk. Psychosocial risk. Insight/capacity and motivation. proxy measure for insight/motivation is the response for treatment.
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Feb 9, 2022 · The simple five-question SCOFF Questionnaire can identify people who may have anorexia or bulimia, priming them to reach out for professional help.
A doctor will typically evaluate the following: 1. Physical examination including growth chart assessment for children and adolescents, cardiovascular and peripheral vascular function, lung exam, abdominal exam, neurologic exam, skin health, hair loss, and evidence of self-injurious behavior.
