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Psychological Mechanisms (DMHR)

Evidence-informed definition Updated December 3, 2025 How to cite this entry

Psychological mechanisms in the context of the DMHR (Diet-mental health relationship) involve cognitive, emotional, and motivational processes that influence how dietary habits affect mental health. These mechanisms include thought patterns, emotional responses, and motivations that shape food choices and dietary behaviors.

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The Center for Nutritional Psychology. (2025). Psychological Mechanisms (DMHR). In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.

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