Category: Emotions

Study suggests awareness and cue exposure training may help in controlling overeating and binge eating

From the UC San Diego press release via Newswise: Overeating, whether in children or adults, often takes place even in the absence of hunger, resulting in weight gain and obesity…. Read more »

Study suggests stress reduction and mindful eating can help prevent weight gain in the overweight

From the University of California, San Francisco press release: Many dread gaining weight during the holiday season, but there may be hope for those who find that stress causes them… Read more »

Study suggests learning from reinforcement can actually impair decisionmaking process

From the Hebrew University of Jerusalem via EurekAlert!: Basketball fans everywhere recognize the following scenario: Their favorite player scores a three-point shot. A short time later he regains control of… Read more »

Study points to toll of economic recession on family relationships

From the University of Missouri press release: A majority of Americans rate their current financial situation as poor or fair, and nearly half of Americans say they have encountered financial… Read more »

Study suggests short walk can cut chocolate consumption by half – even in stressful situations

From the University of Exeter press release: A 15-minute walk can cut snacking on chocolate at work by half, according to research by the University of Exeter. The study showed… Read more »

Study suggests flexible workplaces promote better health behaviour and well-being

From the American Sociological Association press release: A flexible workplace initiative improved employees’ health behavior and well-being, including a rise in the amount and quality of sleep and better health… Read more »