Researchers question whether eating 'good tasting' foods drives overeating leading to obesity. Read More
The absence of a specific type of neuron in the brain can lead to obesity and diabetes in mice report researchers. The outcome, however, depends on the type of diet that the animals are fed. Read More
A new study is aiming to help those with body dysmorphia disorder with the help of a unique visual retraining program. Read More
Researchers link physical inactivity in obese mice to altered dopamine receptors rather than their body weight. Read More
Researchers question the statistical evidence behind psychiatric therapies considered to be empirically supported treatments by the APA. Read More
Deep Brain Stimulation Shows Promise for Patients with Chronic, Treatment Resistant Anorexia Nervosa
Researchers observe weight gain and improved mental state in some patients with chronic anorexia nervosa as a result of deep brain stimulation. Read More
A new study reports eating too much sugary foods as a teen can reduce activity in the nucleus accumbens. Read More
University of Western Australia discover why some people believe they may be thinner than they actually are. Researchers report body perception could be a distortion created by our past observations of ourselves and other people. Read More
A new study reveals a link between elevates microbiome levels of indole and hedonic eating. Researchers report those with higher levels of indole are more likely to have food addiction and overeating disorders. Read More
Hunger fails to activate food reward circuits in people with anorexia. Read More
Researchers have identified two gene mutations associated with an increased risk of developing eating disorders. Read More
According to a new study, women with apple shaped bodies may be at higher risk of binge eating episodes. Read More
