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The Eating Disorder Spectrum

Clinical note: this restriction ↔ binge/purge axis framing was reviewed and confirmed by Clarissa Ledsome, LPC, LCDC, IEDS.
Infographic placing eating disorder types along a restriction-dominant to binge/purge-dominant spectrum.

What this covers

  • Frames eating disorders along a restriction ↔ binge/purge axis, a common simplified clinical model.
  • Types cluster loosely rather than sitting in hard categories — overlap is normal and expected.
  • This framing is a simplified model, not a full DSM-5 classification — see the full guide for diagnostic detail.
Educational content only, not a diagnostic tool. If you’re concerned about yourself or someone else, reach out to a qualified provider.