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Considering the Definition of Addiction

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Sussman, Steve, Sussman, Alan N.·2011·International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
DOI 10.3390/ijerph8104025
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The definition of addiction is explored. Elements of addiction derived from a literature search that uncovered 52 studies include: (a) engagement in the behavior to achieve appetitive effects, (b) preoccupation with the behavior, (c) temporary satiation, (d) loss of control, and (e) suffering negative consequences. Differences from compulsions are suggested. While there is some debate on what is intended by the elements of addictive behavior, we conclude that these five constituents provide a reasonable understanding of what is intended by the concept. Conceptual challenges for future research are mentioned.

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Authors
Sussman, S., & Sussman, A. N.
Venue
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Publisher
MDPI AG
Published
2011-10-20
Volume
8
Issue
10
Pages
4025-4038
ISSN
1660-4601 (ISSN-L)
DOI
10.3390/ijerph8104025
OpenAlex
W1988930999
Cited by
296
References
54
FWCI
4.97
Type
journal article
Language
en
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