4. Emotional and Psychological Factors
Emotional and psychological factors can also contribute to obesity. Some people eat in response to emotions like **stress**, **sadness**, or **boredom**. This emotional eating can lead to consuming large amounts of food, often high in calories, without feeling hungry.
– Comfort Eating: Stress or trauma can lead to overeating, particularly comfort foods that are high in sugar and fats.
– Mental Health: Conditions like depression and anxiety may cause changes in eating behaviors, either overeating or avoiding food altogether.
5. Environmental Factors**