behavioral addiction
Behavioral and process addiction, also called non-chemical addiction, process addiction or non-substance-related addition, usually means that the addict has a compulsion to consistently engage in a harmful or self-destructive action. Examples of behavioral addictions are anorexia, bulimia, codependency, eating disorders, gambling, gaming and internet, overeating, sex and love, and shopping.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Health care
- Category: Psychiatry
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