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Discuss why you think gambling disorder is included in the chapter on substance-related and addictive disorders?

On Feb 18, 2024


Students' answers will vary.Key terms and concepts that may be included in student responses:
▪ Gambling disorder is new to DSM-5 and represents a behavioral addiction.It is characterized by persistent and recurrent problematic gambling even in the face of significant social, financial, and psychological consequences.It seems to share many risk factors and clinical patterns with the substance use disorders.