Question 1

what is the definition or description of: obession with food?

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Food Obsession: Ideas or thoughts about food that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person's mind.   This becomes problematic when it is associated with discomfort and problems in functioning.

Question 2

how can i stop food obsession?

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Food: Try to find a substitute, something else to obcess about.

Question 3

is chocolate a dangerous food obsession?

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"God food": Chocolate comes from the seeds of the theobroma cacao tree.  A lot of people develop cravings for it, but probably not true obsessions. Obsessions, in the technical psychiatric sense, are recurrent and persistent thoughts (impulses, images), that are intrusive and inappropriate, and cause a lot of anxiety or distress. These thoughts are not simply about real-life problems like craving chocolate.

Question 4

what are some methods to quit food obsession?

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Binge eating?: If you are referring to binge eating, there are behavioral approaches and medications that can help reduce such behaviors. Seek a referral from your doctor.

Question 5

how can i get rid of food obsession? from pro anorexia to bulimia. i have try phsychotherapy but didn't help me

Accepted Answer

Overeaters Anonymous: Just as with other addictions, there is no "cure, " but there is recovery.  Overeaters anonymous is based on the principles of alcoholics anonymous.  Oa is not just for binge eaters, many with anorexia or bulimia find help there as well.  Check www.Oa.Org for meetings in your area and more information.

Question 6

fear of gaining weight obsession with food weight loss calorie counting, depression, low self esteem, self harm, preoccupation with food what is this?

Accepted Answer

Fear and Depression: This is something that you seek professional help for, to help you figure it out.  Depression sounds like the main thing here, and is causing everything else to feel even worse.  There is help available for this.  Contact your family doctor first, and then you can have your doctor recommend a counselor.  I would do this sooner than later.  You really can get over this!

Question 7

what can i do to curb my obession with working out?

Accepted Answer

Talk to a therapist: Or psychologist about what you're trying to achieve & why you're not satisfied with your present condition.  The goal of physical fitness is not the workout itself or to look good, it's being able to be active and do things that are enjoyable.  If way too much time is spent working out, when do you have time to enjoy your fitness?

Question 8

can "pure obsessions" betreated?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A psychotherapist can help people with obsessions.

Question 9

how can you forget an obsession?

Accepted Answer

Therapy: Although you may improve spontaneously chances are you need help managing this symptom with cognitive behavioral therapy.  There are some medications that would be a consideration as well depending on your severity and capacity to tolerate pharmacotherapy.  There is help and you are not alone.  Stay safe!

Question 10

is think about hurting others just obsession?

Accepted Answer

Not 'just' obsession: Such thoughts could be an obsession if they're frequent and hard to shake.  Along with other thoughts or compulsive behaviors, they could be part of obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd).  But not necessarily.  And thoughts about hurting others can be potentially dangerous, and/or reflect great anger.  If this happens a lot or is scary, the person should consult a mental health professional.

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