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Obesity & the Minnesota State Fair

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  • Tags: macalester-talks, Psychology
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Part of Macalester’s Podcast Series

In this episode of Macalester Talks, Professor Jaine Strauss talks about what makes overeating at certain festivities, such as the state fair, seem ok. Strauss is chair of the Psychology Department. Her research focuses on body image, eating disorders, mood and conceptions of self.

August 7 2010

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