Exploring Current and Potential Behavioral Addictions in the DSM-5

Event Name/Location

American Counseling Association Conference

Event Location / Date(s)

Atlanta, GA

Presentation Date

4-27-2018

Document Type

Conference Presentation

Presenter(s)/Author(s)

Shannon Karl, Nova Southeastern UniversityFollow
Tara S. Jungersen, Nova Southeastern UniversityFollow

Description

This advanced session explores current and potential addictive disorders found in the DSM-5. This includes gambling disorder, at this time the only addictive disorder enumerated alongside the substance related disorders in the DSM-5. Internet gaming disorder, currently a condition identified for further study, will be highlighted inclusive of cultural and diversity considerations. Additionally, the presenters will provide a research overview of possible future identified addictive FRIDAY disorders, presently under review.

NSUWorks Citation

Karl, S., Jungersen, T. S. (2018). Exploring Current and Potential Behavioral Addictions in the DSM-5. American Counseling Association Conference.
Available at: https://nsuworks.nova.edu/cps_facpresentations/3904