Tag: Hunger psychology

Research has shown that hunger is not solely dictated by an empty stomach but is a complex drive shaped by multiple inputs. For AP Psychology, understanding what biological and cultural factors influence hunger is crucial for a complete grasp of human motivation.

According to research published by the National Institutes of Health, overeating is often not driven by a lack of willpower, but by a primal neurological mechanism called hedonic hunger. Understanding this distinction is the first step toward answering the question: Why do I want to eat if I feel full?