Building on their discovery of a gene linked to eating disorders in humans, a team of researchers at the University of Iowa has now shown that loss of the gene in mice leads to several behavioral abnormalities that resemble ...
Apr 9, 2015
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(HealthDay)—Eating disorder education needs to reach overweight youth, according to a study published in the April issue of the International Journal of Eating Disorders.
Apr 3, 2015
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The Alzheimer's drug memantine may perform double-duty helping binge eaters control their compulsion. Researchers have demonstrated that memantine, a neuroprotective drug, may reduce the addictive and impulsive behavior associated ...
Nov 13, 2014
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Have you ever said to yourself that you would only have a handful of potato chips from the bag then, minutes later, realized you ate the whole thing? A recent study shows that this type of impulsive behavior might not be ...
May 6, 2014
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(Medical Xpress)—Women who have recovered from bulimia nervosa have a difficult time perceiving their own heartbeat, according to a new study led by a researcher at the School of Medicine.
Dec 18, 2013
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In a world where animals often take the place of humans, sugar-sweetened beverages, exaggerated portion sizes and unhealthy snacks are common. So is TV watching, computer use and video games.
Dec 9, 2013
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Two new treatment methods under investigation at Drexel University aim to help people reduce binge-eating behavior.
Sep 27, 2013
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Dieters and weight loss researchers are familiar with the principle: The more weight you've lost, the harder it is to keep it off. A complex and vicious cycle of biological and behavioral factors make it so.
Sep 24, 2013
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Non-physical abuse by a dating partner such as threats, controlling behavior and harassing text messages can have a serious effect on a teenager's health and well-being, finds new research led by a Michigan State University ...
Sep 16, 2013
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Part of the risk for alcohol dependence is genetic, and the same is true for eating disorders. Now, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found it's likely some of the same genes are involved ...
Aug 21, 2013
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