The Hindu will hold a special subscriber-only health webinar titled ‘Tackling the Binge: Learning to Handle Addictive Behaviours’ on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The session will delve into how addictive patterns develop and the effect of binge behaviours on health. Experts will explain the biological and psychological reasons behind cravings and emotional triggers. They will also discuss the impact on mental and metabolic health, warning signs, and proven ways to break harmful cycles. The one-hour event includes practical advice from clinicians on coping tools and therapy methods. Families supporting those with addiction will also find helpful guidance during the talk. Speakers at the webinar include R.M. Anjana, managing director of Dr. Mohan’s Diabetes Specialities Centre and President of Madras Diabetes Research Foundation; P. Praveen Raj, director and head of Bariatric Surgery at GEM Hospitals; and Lakshmi Venkatraman, consultant psychiatrist and assistant director at SCARF, Chennai. The session will be moderated by independent journalist R. Sujatha. To join the webinar, subscribers can register by clicking the provided link or scanning the QR code.