True statement regarding addictive gaming behaviour ?
Gaming disorder Definition : Pattern of persistent or recurrent gaming behaviour that becomes so extensive that it takes precedence over other life interests Will come into effect from Jan 1,2022 Duration for diagnosis to be assigned Minimum 12 months If symptoms are severe duration can be shoened Clinical features Escalation of gaming despite negative consequences Increase impoance to gaming than anything else Leads to irregular sleep and diet patterns Causes a significant issues and impairment in personal, social, educational or occupational functioning.
It will come into effect from Jan 1, 2022
For its diagnosis, a behaviour pattern must be of sufficient severity to result in significant impairment for at least 6 months.
Affects only sleep patterns and diet pattern is preserved
It shows increased physical activity
Substance Related and Addictive Disorders