Factors Associated With Disordered Eating Behavior Among Adolescent Girls: Screening and Education.

Introduction/objectives: An unhealthy relationship with food can lead to disordered eating in adolescence, highlighting the importance of screening. This study describes the frequency of disordered eating behavior among female adolescents, as well as associated characteristics and health behaviors.

Methods: Data are from a multidimensional risk factor screening survey administered at a university medical center's adolescent clinic from 2016 to 2018.