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How clinicians actually define problematic social media use - DSM-5 considerations, ICD-11 gaming disorder, and the assessment tools used in clinical evaluations.

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Online Addiction: What It Is, What It Is Not, and How Clinicians Define It
There is no single diagnosis called 'internet addiction' in the DSM-5. But there are recognized patterns, validated screening tools, and a growing clinical consensus.
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