This 4-disc audio program on “Food Addiction, Obesity and Diabetes” will provide Health Professionals with a comprehensive overview of appetite regulation, food cravings & addiction, useful strategies to normalize weight and recommendations for managing diabetes. Eating disorders are typically associated with young and middle-aged patients. However, many older individuals with endocrine disorders (hyperthyroidism, Cushing’s, diabetes) experience derangements of appetite. Similarly, many patients with neurological problems (strokes, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, various forms of dementia, head injury, etc.) may develop problematic cravings and other appetite changes. This course will help Health Professionals gain helpful insights into the care of these complicated patients.

Describes the origin and goals of the new “positive psychology.” Lists the factors that contribute to happiness and life satisfaction. Discusses the research findings related to happiness and life satisfaction. Lists several activities and exercises that can enhance happiness and life satisfaction.

Explains how memories are formed by identifying the four main processes of memory and the three stages of long-term memory. Describes the important differences between declarative/explicit memory and procedural/implicit memory. Lists the current concerns and controversies surrounding eyewitness testimony and repressed memories. Identifies the principal processes and causes of psychogenic and organic amnesias. Discusses the nature of “flashbulb” emotional memories. Identifies the difference among normal forgetting, age-associated memory impairment, and mild cognitive impairment. Lists the major memory disorders that can result in amnesia and dementia. Describes methods for improving memory.