Related Experiment Video
Updated: Mar 9, 2026
09:12
Three Laboratory Procedures for Assessing Different Manifestations of Impulsivity in Rats
Published on: March 17, 2019
10.3K
Impulsivity, alexithymia and dissociation among pathological gamblers in different therapeutic settings: A
Alessio Gori1, Giuseppe Craparo2, Vincenzo Caretti3
1Department of Human Sciences, LUMSA University of Rome, Rome, Italy; Department of Education and Psychology, University of Florence, Florence, Italy; New Social Pathologies Research Unit, University of Florence, Florence, Italy; Italian Society of Psychological Assessment (SIPDC), Italy.
Psychiatry Research
|December 29, 2016
Summary
Impulsivity and alexithymia are strongly linked to pathological gambling behaviors, especially in severe cases. Dissociation shows a weaker connection, suggesting targeted interventions for impulsivity and alexithymia may be key for treating gambling disorder.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Psychopathology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Psychopathological traits are often associated with Gambling Disorder (GD).
- Impulsivity, alexithymia, and dissociation are hypothesized to be central to gambling behaviors, particularly pathological gambling.
Purpose of the Study:
- To test the hypothesis that impulsivity, alexithymia, and dissociation play a central role in gambling behaviors.
- To examine these traits across different gambler populations and a control group.
Main Methods:
- The study included 204 subjects divided into four groups: NHS outpatients, self-help group outpatients, residential inpatients, and a control group.
- Data were collected from participants undergoing different treatment programs and a control group without gambling problems.
Main Results:
- A positive relationship was found between gambling behaviors, impulsivity, and alexithymia.
- Dissociation showed a negligible link with gambling behaviors.
- Pathological gamblers, especially those in residential treatment programs, exhibited higher levels of impulsivity and alexithymia.
Conclusions:
- The study confirms higher levels of impulsivity and alexithymia in pathological gamblers with greater severity.
- Impulsivity and alexithymia appear significant in predicting gambling behaviors, while dissociation's role is less pronounced.
Related Concept Videos
01:25Borderline Personality Disorder
796
Borderline Personality Disorder is a complex and multifaceted mental health condition characterized by pervasive instability in interpersonal relationships, self-image, emotions, and impulse control. This instability manifests in extreme emotional reactions, fear of abandonment, and self-destructive behaviors. The disorder significantly impacts daily functioning, often leading to distress in both personal and professional domains.
Genetic and Environmental Contributions
Borderline Personality...
Genetic and Environmental Contributions
Borderline Personality...
796
01:30Dissociative Identity Disorder
1.4K
Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), previously termed multiple personality disorder, is a complex psychological condition characterized by the presence of two or more distinct identities or personality states. Each identity exhibits unique patterns of behavior, voice, and mannerisms and may possess separate memories and emotional responses. The alternating control between identities can result in memory gaps and challenges in recalling daily activities, often exacerbating the individual's...
1.4K
01:15Drug Abuse and Addiction: Pharmacological Phenomena
1.4K
Drug dependence, abuse, and addiction are complex phenomena that can precipitate various abnormal states. Physical dependence refers to a state of pharmacological adaptation to a drug. This adaptation often results in tolerance—a reduced response to the drug after repeated administrations. When the drug use is abruptly stopped, withdrawal symptoms occur due to the body's need to readjust from the pharmacologically induced imbalance. However, tolerance and withdrawal symptoms do not...
1.4K
01:27Dissociative Disorders
752
Dissociative disorders represent complex psychological conditions characterized by disruptions in consciousness, memory, identity, or perception. These disruptions cause individuals to experience a disconnection from their thoughts, emotions, and memories. The phenomenon is not merely an occasional lapse in attention but a profound alteration in mental functioning that can severely impact daily life.
Dissociative Fugue
A hallmark feature of dissociative disorders is the dissociative fugue...
Dissociative Fugue
A hallmark feature of dissociative disorders is the dissociative fugue...
752
01:24Substance Use Disorders Affecting Sleep
505
Substance use disorders involve a pattern of using drugs more extensively than intended and continuing use despite harmful consequences. This includes legal substances like alcohol and nicotine, as well as illegal drugs. These disorders often involve both physical and psychological dependence, reflecting compulsive use of substances that significantly alter thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, contributing to a major public health issue.
Understanding the concepts of physical dependence,...
Understanding the concepts of physical dependence,...
505
01:26Psychosis: Goals of Pharmacotherapy
646
Antipsychotic drugs are a crucial treatment method for acute and chronic psychoses, bipolar illness, and behavioral disorders. The selection of these drugs depends on several factors, including the state of the disease, clinical judgment, possible drug interactions, and the patient's sensitivity to adverse effects. In immediate scenarios, such as delirium and dementia, short-term treatment with low doses of high-potency typical or atypical agents can effectively manage symptom exacerbation.
646