Binge eating tied to habit circuits in the brain

The brain circuitry that helps us form habits is connected to binge eating disorders, according to new research.

Nina Bai-Stanford • futurity
May 26, 2023 ~7 min

Mindfulness, meditation and self-compassion – a clinical psychologist explains how these science-backed practices can improve mental health

Many studies show that consistent meditation practice lowers depression, anxiety and self-criticism.

Rachel Goldsmith Turow, Adjunct Assistant Professor in Population Health Science and Policy, Seattle University • conversation
May 5, 2023 ~10 min


Body dysmorphic disorder is more common than eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia, yet few people are aware of its dangers

About a quarter of those with body dysmorphic disorder attempt suicide or struggle with ideas of suicide. Fortunately, medication and therapy have proved highly effective at treating the disorder.

Jamie Feusner, Professor of Psychiatry and Clinicial Scientist at the Center for Addiction and Mental Health, University of Toronto • conversation
March 9, 2023 ~11 min

Eating disorders also affect disadvantaged boys

Boys in disadvantaged circumstances—not just girls from wealthy backgrounds—are at increased risk of disordered eating, research finds.

Kim Ward-Michigan State • futurity
Jan. 31, 2023 ~4 min

Kicking off the new year by cleansing your body with a detox diet? A dietitian unpacks the science behind these fads

Detox diets and cleanses supposedly clear the body of allegedly toxic substances. But the evidence suggests otherwise.

Taylor Grasso, Registered Dietitian, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus • conversation
Jan. 18, 2023 ~9 min

Could a brain implant treat binge eating disorder?

An implanted device that stimulates the brain whenever it detects activity indicating food cravings shows promise in a pilot clinical trial in two patients.

Kelsey Odorczyk - Penn • futurity
Aug. 31, 2022 ~6 min

Higher eating disorder risk for gender-diverse college students

Some transgender and gender-diverse college students have a higher risk of developing an eating disorder, research shows. Colleges can help.

Jillian McKoy-Boston U. • futurity
July 6, 2022 ~9 min

This spot in the brain is key to feeling full after eating

Clarification about what happens in the brain to make us feel full after eating could lead to better treatments for eating disorders and weight management.

Mikayla Mace-Arizona • futurity
Feb. 14, 2022 ~5 min


The COVID-19 pandemic increased eating disorders among young people – but the signs aren't what parents might expect

Boys, LGBTQ youth and people with normal body mass index are often overlooked when it comes to recognizing eating disorders, a physician and psychotherapist explain.

Sara Groff Stephens, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Virginia • conversation
Nov. 2, 2021 ~8 min

Eating disorder hospitalizations spiked during pandemic

The number of adolescents admitted to the hospital for severe illness from eating disorders increased significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Beata Mostafavi-Michigan • futurity
July 9, 2021 ~8 min

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