Question

How many women are diagnosed with an eating disorder in the United States?

a. 0.5-1%
b. 1-3%
c. 3-5%
d. 5-10%

Answer 1

c. 3-5%

Step-by-step explanation:

Lifetime prevalence of binge eating disorder is 3.5% in women, and 2.0% in men (3).

Answer 2

Based on numerous studies and surveys, the range of women who are diagnosed with eating disorders is 3-5%.

Step-by-step explanation:

Eating disorders for which the above range applies to are the following.

1. Anorexia Nervosa.

0.9%

2. Bulimia Nervosa.

1.5%.

3. Binge Eating Disorder (BED).

2.8%.

4. Diabulimia.

5. Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID).

3-5%