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Kai W Müller1, Klaus Wölfling1
11 Outpatient Clinic for Behavioral Addictions, Department for Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, University Medical Center Mainz , Mainz, Germany.
Abstract:
The proposed inclusion of Internet gaming disorder (IGD) into the upcoming ICD-11 has caused mixed reactions. Having a sound diagnostic framework for defining this new phenomenon has been applauded but concerns have risen regarding overpathologizing a mere pastime activity. The review by Aarseth et al. (2016) provides a fine but one-sided impression on IGD. What has been totally left out in the argumentation is the clinical perspective. Although the concerns depicted must not be ignored, the conclusion provided by the authors is reflecting quite subjective speculations while objectivity would rather be needful.
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