Validating the Stirling Eating Disorders Scales (SEDS) in an adolescent population.
OBJECTIVE
This study aimed to determine the validity and utility of the Stirling Eating Disorder Scales (SEDS) as a screening instrument for eating disorders in adolescents.


METHODS
A total of 53 patients and 61 age-matched controls all completed the SEDS, and patients completed the Eating Disorders Examination (EDE) for construct comparison purposes.


RESULTS
The SEDS was found to have good criterion and discriminant validity, as well as high internal consistency.


CONCLUSIONS
The SEDS appears to be useful as a screening tool for adolescents, although many participants had some difficulties with comprehending certain items, which may affect its utility in young populations.
Eating Disorders Service, Huntercombe Manor Hospital, Huntercombe Lane South, Taplow, Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 0PQ, UK.
Mari
M
Campbell
Bethan
B
Lawrence
Lucy
L
Serpell
Bryan
B
Lask
Marc
M
Neiderman