Springer - Food, Eating and Obesity Psychology Book

Understanding the rising rates of overweight and obesity is essential for modern health discussions. As health authorities note, these conditions are widespread and increasing across most western nations, including the UK and US. This book by Springer examines the complex factors behind these trends. This text explores the physiological, psychological, and social environmental factors that influence appetite and weight control. It addresses the substantial rise in obesity observed over the past decade in western populations and rapidly modernizing societies. By looking at the psychological basis of eating behaviors, this work provides a foundation for understanding how these widespread health challenges develop and persist in a changing world.