Harv Rev Psychiatry December 2015 PMID 25747926

Gambling disorder and other behavioral addictions: recognition and treatment.

Yvonne H C Yau, Marc N Potenza

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What people are saying

The overall sentiment reveals a strong interest in behavioral addictions, with statements like 'brain can heal' indicating a hopeful outlook, and calls for awareness and treatment strategies reflecting engagement. Examples such as opposition to gambling expansion demonstrate how the discussion extends beyond mere acknowledgment to policy concerns, using persuasive language to stress societal impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts agree with the importance of recognizing behavioral addictions and support the article's insights, evidenced by affirmations like 'brain can heal' and references to evidence-based treatments.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions demonstrate high curiosity; posts include calls to action, such as sharing educational videos and opposing policies linked to gambling risks, showing active engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

While some comments provide personal opinions and community concerns, only a few delve deeply into the research details; overall, there's moderate reflection on treatment strategies.

ImpactModerate impact

The posts suggest the publication influences public awareness and professional discussions, but reach appears limited geographically or in depth, leading to a modest impact rating.

Abstract in brief

  • There is a growing recognition of behavioral addictions, like gambling, internet use, and shopping, which resemble substance dependence but currently only gambling disorder is officially recognized in the DSM-5.
  • Recent research highlights similarities and differences between behavioral and substance addictions, including aspects like characteristics, occurrence rates, and treatment responses.
  • Understanding and properly diagnosing behavioral addictions is crucial to enhance awareness and improve prevention and treatment strategies for these disorders.

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Patología Dual
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Según Potenza y Yau, el reconocimiento de las #adicciones comportamentales y otros trastornos mentales, patología dual, y los criterios de #diagnóstico adecuados son importantes para aumentar la conciencia de estos trastornos https://t.co/X93JSM8ub4

Oct 9, 2020 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 5,092 followers View post →
はげひげ(菊仙人)
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ギャンブル依存への支援は、自助グループより動機づけ面接というのが世界の流れだと思うが、なんで日本は。。。Gambling disorder and other behavioral addictions: recognition and treatment. Yau YH, Potenza MN. Harv Rev Psychiatry. 2015 Mar-Apr;23(2):134-46.

May 27, 2020 · 2 likes · 5,802 followers View post →
AllCEUs Counselor Education with Dawn-Elise Snipes
@AllCEUs · X

Join me now for the premiere of 9 Signs of Gambling Addiction or Problem Gambling.I provide evidence based treatment strategies for addressing Gambling Addiction https://t.co/rgkbjahpr7 https://t.co/dwkREsQ2sX CEUs available! #Gambling #Addiction #continuingeducation #counseling https://t.co/zNbVtsKs9L

Sep 21, 2022 · 1,683 followers View post →
Shepherdess2
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https://t.co/T770YCQTo5

Jan 8, 2024 · 1,230 followers View post →
Shepherdess2
@MtnShepherdess · X

10/ @SecretaryPete @POTUS @AlexPadilla4CA @GavinNewsom I'm a CA native & Dem, OPPOSED to your $6 bil proposed fast train from Ca to Las Vegas to jeopardize public health via the extreme dangers of compulsive gambling. -Michaela https://t.co/T770YCQTo5 https://t.co/aTgGVm2RIz

Jan 8, 2024 · 1,230 followers View post →
Sebastian Meritless Tickbox Fasttrack-Blythe
@Jason_MI5 · X

@UNILAD 9 Signs of Gambling Addiction or Problem Gambling https://t.co/THMUHd54Ht via @YouTube

May 8, 2023 · 416 followers View post →

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Kahf Guard
@KahfGuard · X

Affected brains can absolutely heal over time with sustained abstinence. References: https://t.co/gWGq4GlNlk doi:10.1080/00797308.2020.1859286 https://t.co/kTD9NlN42t https://t.co/9aB7czbBu6 https://t.co/DPMb9Ey2Fq #KahfGuard #your_halal_internet_gurdian

May 25, 2024 · 55 followers View post →
Shepherdess2
@MtnShepherdess · X

10/ @SecretaryPete @POTUS @AlexPadilla4CA @GavinNewsom I'm a CA native & Dem, OPPOSED to your $6 bil proposed fast train from Ca to Las Vegas to jeopardize public health via the extreme dangers of compulsive gambling. -Michaela https://t.co/T770YCQTo5 https://t.co/aTgGVm2RIz

Jan 8, 2024 · 1,230 followers View post →
Shepherdess2
@MtnShepherdess · X

https://t.co/T770YCQTo5

Jan 8, 2024 · 1,230 followers View post →
Sebastian Meritless Tickbox Fasttrack-Blythe
@Jason_MI5 · X

@UNILAD 9 Signs of Gambling Addiction or Problem Gambling https://t.co/THMUHd54Ht via @YouTube

May 8, 2023 · 416 followers View post →
Brian Niccol
@sanda_claus · X

here is a video for those who might need it! https://t.co/fTv3kRknSL

Feb 19, 2023 · 354 followers View post →
AllCEUs Counselor Education with Dawn-Elise Snipes
@AllCEUs · X

Join me now for the premiere of 9 Signs of Gambling Addiction or Problem Gambling.I provide evidence based treatment strategies for addressing Gambling Addiction https://t.co/rgkbjahpr7 https://t.co/dwkREsQ2sX CEUs available! #Gambling #Addiction #continuingeducation #counseling https://t.co/zNbVtsKs9L

Sep 21, 2022 · 1,683 followers View post →
Patología Dual
@SEPD_es · X

Según Potenza y Yau, el reconocimiento de las #adicciones comportamentales y otros trastornos mentales, patología dual, y los criterios de #diagnóstico adecuados son importantes para aumentar la conciencia de estos trastornos https://t.co/X93JSM8ub4

Oct 9, 2020 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 5,092 followers View post →
はげひげ(菊仙人)
@96hage · X

ギャンブル依存への支援は、自助グループより動機づけ面接というのが世界の流れだと思うが、なんで日本は。。。Gambling disorder and other behavioral addictions: recognition and treatment. Yau YH, Potenza MN. Harv Rev Psychiatry. 2015 Mar-Apr;23(2):134-46.

May 27, 2020 · 2 likes · 5,802 followers View post →