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A recent Newsday story looks at overeating from a neurological perspective, likening it to other forms of addiction. One study cited in the article found that drug abusers and overeaters had similarly low numbers of dopamine receptors, which are partly responsible for feelings of satisfaction and fullness. Other studies have found that some obese people's brain chemistry contributes to heightened feelings of pleasure from food. Experts cited in the article are hesitant to formally categorize overeating as an addiction, however. Still, many feel that examining it from that angle may help develop more effective treatment methods.
Studying overeating as an addiction
A recent Newsday story looks at overeating from a neurological perspective, likening it to other forms of addiction. One study cited in the article found that drug abusers and overeaters had similarly low numbers of dopamine receptors, which are partly responsible for feelings of satisfaction and fullness. Other studies have found that some obese people's brain chemistry contributes to heightened feelings of pleasure from food. Experts cited in the article are hesitant to formally categorize overeating as an addiction, however. Still, many feel that examining it from that angle may help develop more effective treatment methods.
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6-15-2006 @9:38PM Camille Bauman said... Any over- eater I've ever known, including myself, eats for the pure joy and comfort food brings, not because of any brain disorder.
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12-13-2010 @2:57PM Rebecca said... Hey there,
My name is Rebecca and I'm a Casting Producer for the TLC show Freaky Eaters. We are launching into our second season and we are looking for someone FOOD ADDICTS.
For more information or to recommend yourself/someone for the show, please send an email to pickyeaterscasting@gmail.com with your name, number, email, and brief description of your eating habits.
Rebecca
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