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Addiction

  • Douglas Gentile
    WHO ‘gaming disorder’ classification opens door for treatment

    The WHO’s classification of video game addiction as a mental health disorder is a significant step toward getting people the help they need, said Douglas Gentile.

    June 19, 2018

  • The back of a child's head can be seen as the child looks at a large monitor screen.
    WHO gaming addiction classification an important step for treatment

    Douglas Gentile, professor of psychology, says the WHO's decision to classify video game addiction as a mental health disorder is an important step in getting people the help they need.

    January 3, 2018

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