The causes of BED vary from person to person, but they usually include genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and social or cultural influences. People of all ages, socioeconomic status, and cultural backgrounds can experience BED. Studies of large populations suggest that about equal numbers of men and women suffer from BED. Fortunately, there are many ways […]
Humans spend longer in childhood than most other species, and we rely on adults for years on end for survival and the development of skills and abilities. For this reason, love is extremely important to us, and its existence is deeply rooted in our biology and evolutionary history. In fact, scientists have found that romantic […]
The human body spends approximately one-quarter to a third of its lifespan asleep. Research has demonstrated that sleep affects the brain in various ways. For example, your body’s temperature rises during this time and your sympathetic nervous system becomes active. This process helps the brain perform automatic reactions. However, your body is mostly still during […]
Research into the causes of BED is still in its infancy, but genetics has already been linked to many aspects of the disorder. Current research focuses on genes involved in neurotransmitters such as dopamine and m-opioid receptors. This research has already shown that heightened reward sensitivity may be a predisposing factor, and that a strong […]
The English word ‘love’ has many different meanings. It may indicate the desire to satisfy a basic hunger, or it may refer to a mutual relationship between two people. A third definition describes a strong emotional attachment formed through prolonged contact. A fourth meaning is the intentional disposition to act in a beneficial way towards […]
Despite the varying definitions of sleep, the state is generally defined by a convergence of observations satisfying a number of different criteria. The observable factors may include motor, sensory, or behavioral ones. Observations of sleep are easy to distinguish from other states of consciousness, though some criteria may be absent or not fully present in […]
If you suffer from BED, you are not alone. The good news is that there are treatments for BED that can help. One of these is therapist-led CBT. After 20 sessions, 79% of participants had stopped binge eating. And, of course, after a year, 59% were still binge eaters. But how can you determine if […]
There are many types of love. Some of these are intense, passionate, and others are purely passive. No matter the type, there are some basic elements that define all love. Listed below are some common types of love. To begin with, we’ll cover infatuation, which is a temporary feeling that will eventually turn into lasting […]
While we do not recall what happens during a deep sleep, there are several changes that occur in our consciousness while we sleep. Our skeletal muscles relax and our brains cease to be active. During a deep sleep, our brains have reduced activity in social, emotional, and decision-making areas, which may help us maintain optimal […]
Binge eating disorder (BED) is a condition in which people binge eat in secret to avoid shame or humiliation. It results in physical and mental discomfort, and often, it is caused by co-occurring psychiatric conditions. Post-traumatic stress disorder, for example, is linked to micro-aggressions related to the larger body. Medications for BED may also increase […]