L11: Other Behavioural Addictions Flashcards
(18 cards)
What is a key challenge in defining internet addiction?
Lack of consensus about defining features, mechanisms of assessment
This affects how internet addiction is diagnosed and treated.
What are some activities that can lead to internet addiction?
- Social media
- Shopping
- Gambling
- Surfing
- Cyber-sexual activities
- Gaming
Internet addiction can arise from various internet-based activities.
What are two criteria proposed by Tao et al. (2010) for internet addiction?
- Escape or relief from negative mood
- Specific time frame
These criteria help in identifying problematic internet use.
What is the prevalence rate of internet addiction in the US according to the data?
0.3%
Prevalence rates vary significantly across different countries.
What comorbidities are associated with internet addiction?
- ADHD
- Depression and mood disorders
- Aggression
- Obsessive-compulsive symptoms
- Anxiety
- Personality disorders
Individuals with these disorders often show higher rates of internet addiction.
What is the definition of problematic smartphone use?
A compulsive pattern of smartphone usage which can result in negative consequences that impair the daily functioning of the user
This definition highlights the impact of excessive smartphone use.
What are some risk factors for problematic smartphone use?
- Difficulties with self-regulation
- Low self-esteem
- Social anxiety
- Age (younger age groups)
- Gender (higher rates in females)
These factors can increase vulnerability to smartphone addiction.
What treatment approaches are used for internet addiction?
- CBT
- Motivational interviewing techniques
While there are no formal treatments, these methods have shown some success.
What is compulsive shopping defined as?
An abnormal form of shopping and spending characterized by an overpowering urge to shop and spend, functioning as a means of alleviating negative feelings
This definition emphasizes the emotional aspect of compulsive shopping.
What are the key criteria for compulsive shopping according to McElroy (1994)?
- Evidence of impairment from marked subjective distress
- Interference in social or occupational functioning
- Financial or legal problems
These criteria help identify compulsive shopping behaviors.
What are some potential triggers for compulsive shopping?
- Urge to buy
- Low self-control
These factors can lead to increased shopping behavior.
What is one of the consequences of problematic smartphone use reported by Busch & McCarthy (2021)?
Elevated levels of depression
This highlights the mental health impact of excessive smartphone use.
What is the suggested cutoff score for the Smartphone Addiction Scale for males?
> 31
This score is used to determine problematic smartphone use.
What is a common treatment method for compulsive shopping?
- CBT
- Psychodynamic approaches
- SSRIs
These treatments address the underlying issues related to compulsive shopping.
True or False: There are formal manualized treatments available for compulsive shopping.
False
Treatments vary widely and are not standardized.
What is ‘nomophobia’ related to?
Problematic smartphone use
This term describes the fear of being without one’s smartphone.
What are some effective strategies for treatment mentioned in the context of smartphone addiction?
- CBT
- Mindfulness
- Exercise interventions
These strategies are tailored based on individual motives for smartphone use.
What are the key points regarding the prevalence of compulsive shopping?
- 1%-44% prevalence rate
- Higher rates among adolescents and young adults
This variability depends on the measures used to assess the disorder.
