The EDI includes several subscales that assess different aspects of eating disorders. Some of the key components are:
Drive for Thinness: Measures excessive concern with dieting and preoccupation with weight. Bulimia: Assesses the presence and frequency of binge eating and purging behaviors. Body Dissatisfaction: Evaluates feelings of unhappiness with one's body size and shape. Perfectionism: Measures the extent to which a person sets high standards for themselves. Interpersonal Distrust: Assesses difficulties in forming close interpersonal relationships. Ineffectiveness: Evaluates feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. Maturity Fears: Measures fears related to growing up and assuming adult responsibilities. Asceticism: Assesses a tendency towards self-denial and avoidance of pleasure.
