Yale Food Addiction Scale mYFAS 2.0
mYFAS 2.0: 13 questions about eating problems over the past 12 months.
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Calculation
Over the past 12 months, how often did the following happen: I ate to the point where I felt physically ill.
“Certain foods” means any food or drink that you find difficult to limit, such as sweets, starchy foods, salty snacks, fatty foods or sugary drinks.
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How it is calculated
Eight frequency options, from never to every day. Each item has its own frequency threshold; yes/no answers are not used.
Formula
Items 5 and 6 assess distress/impairment. The other 11 determine symptom count. With distress/impairment: 2–3 symptoms indicate a mild, 4–5 a moderate and 6–11 a severe screening category; otherwise the scale criterion is not met.
Limits of the method
This informational result does not establish a diagnosis or prescribe treatment. Translated versions are informational adaptations; separate psychometric validation of each translation has not been confirmed.
Sources of the method
This calculation is for reference only and is not medical advice, a diagnosis or a prescription. If you have a medical condition, are pregnant, take medication or have any doubts, discuss the result with a physician or a qualified nutrition professional.
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Frequently asked questions
What period should I consider?
mYFAS 2.0: 13 questions about eating problems over the past 12 months.
How is the result calculated?
Items 5 and 6 assess distress/impairment. The other 11 determine symptom count. With distress/impairment: 2–3 symptoms indicate a mild, 4–5 a moderate and 6–11 a severe screening category; otherwise the scale criterion is not met.
Has this translation been validated?
This informational result does not establish a diagnosis or prescribe treatment. Translated versions are informational adaptations; separate psychometric validation of each translation has not been confirmed.
Can the result establish a diagnosis?
No. Your answers may prompt a discussion with a professional but do not replace clinical assessment.
What will the PDF contain?
Selected answers, question wording and calculated measures.
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