Mental healthAnxiety disorders

What are other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED)?

Mike Dow, PsyD, explains the term "other specified feeding or eating disorders" (OSFED) and describes how it is different from more standard eating disorders.

LearnMental healthWhat are other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED)?

Up Next

  • What are the possible signs of disordered eating?

  • What is binge-eating disorder?

  • What are the major categories of eating disorders?

  • What is the phenomenon called pica?

  • What are the treatment options for eating disorders?

  • How do eating disorders affect the body?

  • Is it possible to get addicted to weight-loss supplements?

  • How can I curb emotional eating?

  • Is an eating disorder a disease?

  • What is food addiction?

Up Next

  • What are the possible signs of disordered eating?

  • What is binge-eating disorder?

  • What are the major categories of eating disorders?

  • What is the phenomenon called pica?

  • What are the treatment options for eating disorders?

  • How do eating disorders affect the body?

  • Is it possible to get addicted to weight-loss supplements?

  • How can I curb emotional eating?

  • Is an eating disorder a disease?

  • What is food addiction?

AskMDAskMD

Curious about Mental health?

Get instant answers from our AI health assistant

Ask Now

Recommended for you

Sacrificing sleep for study time doesn't make the grade
Article

6 ways to support a loved one with mental illness
Article

Exposure to violence can cause fright, worry and aggression in kids. These tips can help.

5 ways to help your kids cope with violence in the news
Article

Learn how to help your child cope with symptoms of depression.

Teen depression: how parents and caregivers can offer support
Article

It’s possible to discuss the issues without creating issues for your relationship.

How to talk politics with your partner when you don’t agree
Article
AskMDHow can I be more consistent?
AskMD by Sharecare LogoAskMD by Sharecare Logo
Privacy policyConsumer health data privacyTerms of use
Cookie policyYour privacy choices

© 2026 Sharecare, Inc.

ask-mdask-md
AskMD by Sharecare LogoAskMD by Sharecare Logo
Privacy policyConsumer health data privacyTerms of use
Cookie policyYour privacy choices

© 2026 Sharecare, Inc.