Comfort Cravings

How to soothe yourself without food—and how to eat healthfully and mindfully.
by Susan Albers, Psy.D.

A Weight Loss Drug?

By Susan Albers, Psy.D. on September 29, 2009 in Comfort Cravings

Making an FDA approved drug that is safe and effective is extremely difficult. We don't want a repeat of Fen-Phen which helped people lose weight but also caused severe heart valve damage and even death in some cases. Read More

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Susan Albers, Psy.D.

Susan Albers, Psy.D., is a psychologist who specializes in eating issues, weight loss, body image concerns and mindfulness. 

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