Transfer Addiction after Bariatric Surgery; a silent killer.
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What is Transfer Addiction?
What is Transfer Addiction?
What is Transfer Addiction?
Addiction transfer, or cross addiction, is a phenomenon where individuals who have undergone bariatric surgery replace compulsive eating with other compulsive behaviors. Studies indicate that up to 33% of patients who have had bariatric surgery experience various forms of transfer addiction. For these patients, food no longer serves as a
Addiction transfer, or cross addiction, is a phenomenon where individuals who have undergone bariatric surgery replace compulsive eating with other compulsive behaviors. Studies indicate that up to 33% of patients who have had bariatric surgery experience various forms of transfer addiction. For these patients, food no longer serves as a source of comfort, distraction, reward, or escape. Instead, other behaviors or substances take its place and can become problematic.
"Process addictions" such as gambling, shopping, and sex addiction can occur, along with addictions to alcohol and other drugs. In some cases, after an initial period of remission, food addiction can reoccur.
Her Story
What is Transfer Addiction?
What is Transfer Addiction?
In 2013 my sister had bariatric weight loss surgery in the United States. The surgery came after the requirements of her insurance were met, which included medically monitored weight loss, a mental health evaluation and attending all pre-op meetings.
Post-op she began exercising, cooking healthier, and taking part in social activities,
In 2013 my sister had bariatric weight loss surgery in the United States. The surgery came after the requirements of her insurance were met, which included medically monitored weight loss, a mental health evaluation and attending all pre-op meetings.
Post-op she began exercising, cooking healthier, and taking part in social activities, including dating. Her program recommended not drinking for at least 12 months, and in moderation beyond that. My sister, who drank maybe 6x a year pre-op had no issues following this directive.
Within two years of her surgery, she began social drinking, within three years she was a functioning alcoholic and within five years she was dead.
My Story
What is Transfer Addiction?
My Story
Hi, my name is Amanda; I am a daughter, aunt and sister. I was my sisters cheerleader, shoulder to cry on and most importantly, best friend.
I am not anti-Weight Loss Surgery for anyone other than myself. I created my TikTok account and this site to share my experience of her story in hopes of preventing more lives from being lost
Hi, my name is Amanda; I am a daughter, aunt and sister. I was my sisters cheerleader, shoulder to cry on and most importantly, best friend.
I am not anti-Weight Loss Surgery for anyone other than myself. I created my TikTok account and this site to share my experience of her story in hopes of preventing more lives from being lost to addiction after bariatric surgery.
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