Compulsive overeating and bulimia disorders, affects an estimated 30 percent of the population in the UK. As well as obesity, common results include shame, guilt and social distress, while physical complications include the risk of fatigue, high blood pressure, diabetes and some cancers as well as a host of unpleasant symptoms.. A psychological approach to overeating can be an effective form of treatment. But in this practical book, Ruth Searle also examines the physical and physiological causes of the disorder which are often overlooked. The topics covered include: Understanding how the...

'Excellent Read Really takes the subject apart in a logical sequential way using language that is easily accessible while very well researched and up to date. Having shyness in the title makes the book seem a little lightweight and unsophisticated but it is anything but.' Amazon reviewer (1st edition) The number of people with some form of shyness has increased, and research now suggests that up to 50% of people experience shyness or social anxiety. This fascinating exploration of evolutionary psychology and the brain aims to show that shyness and introversion is a naturally evolved human...