Addictions can be exacerbated by Internet abuse.
Internet abuse can lead to compulsive behaviors such as online gambling addiction. This is one of the conclusions reported by the Infosalus portal and extracted from the book Internet Abuse: A Prelude to Online Gambling Addiction?.
Some of the behavioral addictions addressed in the publication, which can be fueled by the Internet, include sex addiction, online shopping, video game addiction, and pathological gambling, also noting the increased use of social networks, including Facebook and Instagram.
Prevention and Risks
Thus, young people are the most vulnerable sector, especially minors. Therefore, to adequately prevent possible uncontrolled use among the most vulnerable individuals, one of the central aspects is the regulation of online gambling advertising.
The book in question addresses the main risk factors, which include: drug abuse; impulsivity; environmental factors; cultural models; or sociodemographic factors.
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