Psychology Homework Help

Read the article, and answer the question. Please don’t use any other outside sources.

Summarize key points, to determine whether “food addiction” is a valid phenotype (or presentation) for overeating. Consider answering the following questions:

-What are the characteristics of the types of foods that we are likely to overconsume?

-What are the similarities between overeating and substance abuse?

-What are the differences between overeating and substance abuse?

-What are the pros and cons of labeling a behavior as an “addiction”? Think about stigma, access to health care, treatment.

NOTE: There is not a clear consensus on this topic in the academic community. Be sure to evaluate both sides.

Please use an objective approach for this assignment. Personal opinion, feelings, and anecdotes are not to be included.