Comparing the Approaches and Validity of ICD-11 Criteria for Gaming Disorder and DSM-5 Criteria for Internet Gaming Disorder

AbstractPurpose of ReviewThis review explores the differences in approach and diagnostic validity between theInternational Classification of Diseases, 11th Revision criteria for gaming disorder (ICD-11-GD), and theDiagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders,Fifth Edition criteria for internet gaming disorder (DSM-5-IGD).Recent FindingsA few studies have demonstrated diagnostic validity and consistency between theDSM-5-IGD andICD-11-GD criteria. TheICD-11-GD involves a higher threshold for GD diagnosis than theDSM-5-IGD. On the other hand, future studies should evaluate whether theICD-11-GD criteria could differentiate GD from highly engaged gamers. Hazardous gaming criteria may help identify gamers with risky gaming behavior and compensate for the possible type II errors associated with theICD-11-GD criteria.SummaryBothDSM-5-IGD andICD-11-GD criteria exhibit adequate diagnostic validity and consistency in general. The criteria for hazardous gaming have clinical utility for implementing the preventive intervention for GD. Additional studies based on theICD-11-GD criteria, including additional clinical features and boundaries with other disorders, should be conducted to evaluate their validity and utility in determining the GD diagnosis, course, prognosis, and treatment.
Source: Current Addiction Reports - Category: Addiction Source Type: research