Impulsivity in internet addiction: a comparison with pathological gambling

• Published in: Cyberpsychology, behavior and social networking Vol. 15; no. 7; p. 373
• Main Authors: Lee, Hae Woo, Choi, Jung-Seok, Shin, Young-Chul, Lee, Jun-Young, Jung, Hee Yeon, Kwon, Jun Soo
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 01.07.2012
• Subjects: Adult; Behavior, Addictive - psychology; Gambling - psychology; Humans; Impulsive Behavior - psychology; Internet; Male; Surveys and Questionnaires

Internet addiction has been considered to be associated with poor impulse control. The aim of this study is to compare the trait impulsivity of those suffering from Internet addiction with that of individuals suffering from pathological gambling. Twenty-seven patients diagnosed with Internet addicti...