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2491: Is Food Addiction For Real? by Laura Hout with PsychAlive on Binge Eating Disorder & Obesity
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Episode 2491:
Laura Hout's compelling article for PsychAlive.org addresses the controversial and often misunderstood topic of food addiction, comparing it to substance use disorders and the societal challenges those affected face. Through personal anecdotes and research findings, Hout explores the deep-rooted causes of binge eating and obesity, highlighting the critical need for compassionate, comprehensive treatment approaches beyond conventional diets and medical interventions.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.psychalive.org/food-addiction/
Quotes to ponder:
"People often ask, 'Is there such a thing as food addiction?' and the answer, for many, is a resounding 'Yes!'"
Episode references:
"In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts" by Dr. Gabor Mate: https://www.amazon.com/Realm-Hungry-Ghosts-Encounters-Addiction/dp/155643880X
"The Origins of Addiction: Evidence from the Adverse Childhood Experiences Study" by Dr. Vincent J. Felitti: https://www.academia.edu/38521084/The_origins_of_addiction_the_adverse_childhood_experiences_study_pdf
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3288 episodes
Manage episode 406359593 series 1016897
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.
Episode 2491:
Laura Hout's compelling article for PsychAlive.org addresses the controversial and often misunderstood topic of food addiction, comparing it to substance use disorders and the societal challenges those affected face. Through personal anecdotes and research findings, Hout explores the deep-rooted causes of binge eating and obesity, highlighting the critical need for compassionate, comprehensive treatment approaches beyond conventional diets and medical interventions.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.psychalive.org/food-addiction/
Quotes to ponder:
"People often ask, 'Is there such a thing as food addiction?' and the answer, for many, is a resounding 'Yes!'"
Episode references:
"In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts" by Dr. Gabor Mate: https://www.amazon.com/Realm-Hungry-Ghosts-Encounters-Addiction/dp/155643880X
"The Origins of Addiction: Evidence from the Adverse Childhood Experiences Study" by Dr. Vincent J. Felitti: https://www.academia.edu/38521084/The_origins_of_addiction_the_adverse_childhood_experiences_study_pdf
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