From binge eating to gaming: When everyday behaviors become addictions
When people think about addiction, they usually think about alcohol, drugs or gambling-related problems, but a major international study suggests some everyday behaviors, including excessive gaming, binge eating and compulsive sexual behavior, can share many of the same characteristics as recognized addictions.
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