Hi Myturn! Interesting topic! I didn't come from a family with addiction problems, although my family has a history with depression and I went through some very tough times with my Mom in my 20's that I think lead to my issue. I am not sure I am that introspective, but I would guess that food for me became the one thing that I felt like I could control and was a comfort to me. After I made it through the rough time, it had become a routine, and a social/fun thing, and I believe I developed a serious sugar addiction. It is amazing though that a week on Atkins can teach you that you don't need to eat like that, you can still enjoy life without it, and the cravings have poofed! Interested in hearing the responses on this - good thread =)