Abstract Purpose of Review This review synthesized the literature on predictors and
mechanisms of post-bariatric alcohol problems, in order to guide future research on …

Alcohol-associated liver disease is becoming increasingly prevalent throughout the United
States. Previously alcohol-associated liver disease was known to affect men more often than …

Abstract Purpose of Review This review examines the food addiction model and the role of
food hedonic pathways in the pathogenesis and treatment of obesity. Recent Findings The …

Bariatric surgery is currently the most effective intervention for significant and sustained
weight loss in obese individuals. While patients often realize numerous improvements in …

Obesity represents a major medical and public health problem worldwide. Efforts have been
made to develop novel treatments, and among them bariatric surgery is used as an effective …

Bariatric surgery is the most effective treatment for severe obesity and its related
comorbidities. Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (RYGB) and Sleeve Gastrectomy (SG) are …

Background Emerging research suggests that some bariatric surgery patients are at a
heightened risk for developing substance use problems, especially alcohol use problems …

Background There have been increasing reports of increased risk of alcohol use disorder
(AUD) in the post bariatric surgery patient. The aim of this systematic review and meta …

BACKGROUND: Metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS) is a safe and effective treatment
option for adolescents with severe obesity, but no long-term studies are available with more …

Abstract Introduction/Purpose Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are known risk factors
for obesity and poor outcomes following weight loss interventions. ACEs are also associated …