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(3), 216-218. https://doi.org/10.1177/0004867413512384
From the research article’s abstract: “The concept of food addiction (FA) continues to gain traction with support from many researchers. This letter is written in response to the claim that FA is overhyped in the media with weak scientific evidence. We believe there is sufficient scientific evidence to support the acknowledgment of FA in the DSM-5 and to further investigate its potential existence. We agree that more research is needed; however, we also believe it is important to consider FA as a possible diagnosis so that we can offer effective treatment options rather than doubting its existence and not offering potentially beneficial therapies.”