Association between Internet gaming disorder and adult attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder and their correlates: Impulsivity and hostility

May 16, 2016Addictive behaviors

Links between adult ADHD, internet gaming disorder, impulsivity, and hostility

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Among 87 individuals with Internet gaming disorder (IGD), a link to attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was observed.

IGD is associated with ADHD among young adults.
Individuals with both IGD and ADHD exhibit higher levels of impulsivity and hostility.
Impulsivity and hostility may mediate the relationship between ADHD and IGD.
ADHD is a common co-occurring condition in young adults with IGD.
It is important to assess impulsivity and hostility in young adults with ADHD.

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Internet gaming disorder (IGD) and attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are associated with impulsivity and hostility. This study evaluated the associations among ADHD, impulsivity, hostility, and IGD. We recruited 87 individuals with IGD and 87 controls without a history of IGD. All participants underwent a diagnostic interview based on the DSM-5 IGD criteria and DSM-IV-TR ADHD criteria and completed a questionnaire regarding impulsivity and hostility. The information from the diagnostic interviews was assessed using the clinical global impression scale. The results suggested that IGD is associated with ADHD among young adults and that young adults with both IGD and ADHD have higher impulsivity and hostility. Furthermore, impulsivity and hostility mediate the association between ADHD and IGD. Thus, ADHD is a common comorbidity of IGD among young adults, and impulsivity and hostility are major factors involved in comorbid ADHD and IGD. Young adults with ADHD should be thoroughly assessed, particularly for their impulsivity and hostility, and interventions for IGD should be developed.

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