Authors
Adrienne Juarascio, Evan Forman, C Alix Timko, Meghan Butryn, Christina Goodwin (2011)
The FAAQ is a self-report measure that assesses an individual’s acceptance of urges and cravings to eat, or the extent to which they might try to control or change those thoughts. The FAAQ produces a total score, as well as 2 subscale scores: (1) Acceptance, and (2) Willingness.
What this tool is good for:
This tool is useful for assessing acceptance of food-related thoughts and urges, which can be important in understanding and treating eating disorders and obesity.
Type of tool
Mechanisms/Processes
Specific gender
Non-specific
Age validated for use with
Adults (18+ years)
Eating disorders
General
Evaluates
Eating attitudes, Self-acceptance
Delivery Setting
Self-report
Number of Questions
10
Specific Populations
General population
Approximate administration time:
5-10-minutes
Languages
Notes
FAAQ items are provided in the primary publication.
Type of tool
Mechanisms/Processes
Specific gender
Non-specific
Age validated for use with
Adults (18+ years)
Eating disorders
General
Evaluates
Eating attitudes, Self-acceptance
Delivery Setting
Self-report
Number of Questions
10
Specific Populations
General population
Approximate administration time:
5-10-minutes
Languages
Notes
FAAQ items are provided in the primary publication.