Cue-induced Craving in Pathological Buying: Empirical Evidence and Clinical Implications

Conclusions: Cue-reactivity and craving might be potential correlates for the development and maintenance of pathological buying. The results demonstrate similarities between pathological buying and substance or behavioral addictions and provide implications for clinical treatment.

Source: Psychosomatic Medicine - November 1, 2014 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research