Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the accessibility and content quality of eating disorder websites. A descriptive, exploratory study using four search engines and seven search terms was conducted to identify and evaluate the accuracy of eating disorder information available on consumer oriented websites. One hundred fifteen (82.1%) websites were accessed. Few sites fully described the DSM diagnostic criteria for anorexia nervosa (13.2%), bulimia nervosa (15.8%), eating disorder not otherwise specified (6.9%), and binge eating disorder (8%), as well as associated treatment options. Results suggest that eating disorder websites do not adequately address diagnostic criteria or treatment options.
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