*This proposal was written in partial fulfillment of requirements for an undergraduate research methods course and is not intended to be carried out.*

Stress-Induced Eating: A Study of Stress and Eating Relationships in College Students
Jennifer Zappitelli

This study observes stress and eating relationships in both male and female college students at The University of Scranton. The purpose of this study is to measure eating behavior during stressful cognitive tasks to see if they positively correlate. As stress increases, food consumption will also increase. Past studies have shown this to be true in college females. In this study, Positive and Negative Affect Scales, heart rate, and blood pressure will be used to measure stress. Stunkard and Messick’s (1985) Three Factor Eating Questionnaire will be used to measure eating behavior, along with a self-report.

Introduction - Method - Expected/Future Results - References