Addiction negatively affects an individual’s physical, mental, and social well-being.
In Türkiye and around the world, rates of tobacco, alcohol, and substance use are increasing, while the age of initiation continues to decline. In addition to substance-related disorders, behavioral addictions such as problematic technology use and gambling also have psychological, social, and economic impacts on individuals, families, and communities.
Understanding Addiction
Addiction is a complex condition shaped by the interaction of multiple factors. From birth onward, individuals begin to learn and are influenced by their environment.
Alcohol Use Disorder
According to the World Health Organization, alcohol use disorder is characterized by repeated or ongoing alcohol use that leads to impairment or distress.
Gambling Disorder
In the International Classification of Diseases published by the World Health Organization, gambling disorder is classified as a behavioral addiction.
Substance Use Disorder
In the 11th revision of the International Classification of Diseases published by the World Health Organization, substance use disorder is classified under disorders due to substance use.
Problematic Internet Use
According to the World Health Organization’s International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11), hazardous gaming is defined as a pattern of gaming behavior (online or offline) that increases the risk of harm to an individual’s physical or mental health and to the health and well-being of others.
Tobacco Use Disorder
According to the diagnostic criteria of the World Health Organization, tobacco use disorder may be diagnosed when an individual has used tobacco regularly for at least one month and exhibits additional associated symptoms.