Substance vs. Behavior Debate Doesn’t Abate
Can a person be said to be addicted to food? Or to eating? Those questions are still intensely discussed.
The Relationship Between Stress and Eating Disorders
Research connecting stress and eating disorders has led to treatments that improve outcomes for both.
Don’t Let Big Tobacco Mess With Your Head
The common denominator between food and tobacco, between eating and smoking, is the potential for professional persuaders to convince us to buy the products.
Is Food Addiction a Substance Use Disorder?
Scientific American interviews appetite neuroscientist Dr. Alexandra DiFeliceantonio about food addiction and eating addiction.
Eating Addiction Rages Among Middle-Aged American Women
What’s behind the stunning rise in eating addiction among older women? Is the culprit junk food or stress?
Does Transfer Addiction Validate Displacement Theory?
Transfer addiction in patients after bariatric surgery is evidence of displacement and can be managed to optimize recovery.