Charlotte meets Will, an old high school friend, at a party and is startled to learn that he went from 150 to 280 pounds in the year since his automobile accident. Damage to which area of the hypothalamus might account for his weight gain?

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The ventromedial area of the hypothalamus is responsible for regulating food intake and satiety. Damage to this area can result in hyperphagia (excessive eating) and weight gain.

Charlotte Meets Will, an Old High School Friend, at a Party