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Editorial

Tackling internet gaming disorder: what are the challenges in its treatment?

Kristyn Zajaca Calhoun Cardiology Center, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Farmington, CT, USACorrespondence[email protected]
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Meredith K. Ginleyb Department of Psychology, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN, USAView further author information
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Lourah M. Kellyc Department of Psychiatry, University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA, USAView further author information
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Jessica N. Floria Calhoun Cardiology Center, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Farmington, CT, USAView further author information
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Rory A. Pfundd Department of Psychology, University of Memphis, Memphis, TN, USAView further author information
Pages 545-547 | Received 01 Feb 2024, Accepted 26 Apr 2024, Published online: 09 May 2024

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