Authors
Kerstin K. Blomquist, Christina A. Roberto, Rachel D. Barnes, Marney A. White, Robin M. Masheb, Carlos M. Grilo (2014)
The ELOCS is a 18-item measure that assesses self-reported frequency and severity of eating episodes characterized by loss of control feelings, cognitions, and behaviors over a period of 4 weeks.
What this tool is good for:
This tool is useful for identifying and assessing the severity of loss of control during eating episodes, which is critical for diagnosing and understanding eating disorders such as bulimia nervosa (BN) and binge eating disorder (BED).
Type of tool
Mechanisms/Processes
Specific gender
Non-specific
Age validated for use with
Adults (18+ years)
Eating disorders
BN, BED
Evaluates
Signs and symptoms, Eating attitudes
Delivery Setting
Self-report
Number of Questions
18
Specific Populations
Individuals diagnosed with Eating Disorders
Approximate administration time:
10-15-minutes
Free access
Yes
Languages
Notes
ELOCS is provided as an appendix in the primary publication.
Type of tool
Mechanisms/Processes
Specific gender
Non-specific
Age validated for use with
Adults (18+ years)
Eating disorders
BN, BED
Evaluates
Signs and symptoms, Eating attitudes
Delivery Setting
Self-report
Number of Questions
18
Specific Populations
Individuals diagnosed with Eating Disorders
Approximate administration time:
10-15-minutes
Free access
Yes
Languages
Notes
ELOCS is provided as an appendix in the primary publication.