Night eating syndrome

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Night Eating Syndrome (pronunciation: nīt ē-tiŋ sin-drōm) is a medical condition characterized by a delay in the pattern of food intake into the evening or night. It is often associated with mood disorders and sleep disorders.

Etymology

The term "Night Eating Syndrome" (NES) was first coined by Albert Stunkard in 1955, a prominent psychiatrist and pioneer in the field of eating disorders. The term is derived from the Latin words "nox" (night) and "edere" (to eat), and the Greek word "syndromos" (running together), indicating a group of symptoms that occur together and characterize a particular abnormality or condition.

Symptoms

People with Night Eating Syndrome typically skip breakfast, eat more food after dinner than during the meal itself, and have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. They may also feel tense, anxious, upset, or guilty while eating.

Related Terms

  • Eating Disorders: A range of psychological conditions that cause unhealthy eating habits to develop. They might start with an obsession with food, body weight, or body shape.
  • Sleep Disorders: A group of conditions that affect the ability to sleep well on a regular basis.
  • Mood Disorders: A category of mental health problems that include all types of depression and bipolar disorder.
  • Binge Eating Disorder: A serious eating disorder in which you frequently consume unusually large amounts of food and feel unable to stop eating.

Treatment

Treatment for Night Eating Syndrome often involves cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which can help a person change harmful thought patterns. Medications, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), may also be used.

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