Table 3.
Endorsement rates for food addiction symptoms among the participants (n 358) from a regional primary-care clinic in the district of Seremban, Malaysia, November 2017–June 2018
| Criterion | n | % |
|---|---|---|
| Substance taken in larger amount and for longer period than intended | 62 | 17·3 |
| Persistent desire or repeated unsuccessful attempts to quit | 52 | 14·5 |
| Much time/activity to obtain, use, recover | 29 | 8·1 |
| Use continues despite knowledge of adverse consequences | 33 | 9·2 |
| Tolerance | 27 | 7·5 |
| Characteristic withdrawal symptoms; substance taken to relieve withdrawal | 43 | 12·0 |
| Craving, or a strong desire or urge to use | 39 | 10·9 |
| Use causes clinically significant impairment or distress | 18 | 5·0 |
| Important social, occupational or recreational activities given up or reduced | 33 | 17·3 |
| Continued use despite social or interpersonal problems | 62 | 17·3 |
| Failure to fulfil major role obligation (e.g. work, school, home) | 39 | 10·9 |
| Use in physically hazardous situations | 49 | 13·7 |