Clinical and Cognitive Metacognition in Gaming and Gambling Disorder: A Narrative Review

Ruth J. van Holst, Katja Cornelissen, Claudi L. Bockting, Marcantonio M. Spada

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Abstract

Purpose of this review: To review and reconcile the methodologies and understandings of metacognition from both cognitive science and psychopathology in Gaming Disorder and Gambling Disorder to enhance interdisciplinary communication and methodological exchange. Recent findings: While clinical metacognition research in gaming and gambling disorders is established, exploration into specific metacognitive mechanisms within these domains is still nascent. Summary: This review delineates various forms of metacognition and clinical measurements of metacognition in Gaming Disorder and Gambling Disorder. The discussion presents a new integrated model of metacognition in behavioural addictions that generates a research agenda to understand and target these addictions with more effective interventions.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1016-1024
Number of pages9
JournalCurrent Addiction Reports
Volume11
Issue number6
Early online date19 Sept 2024
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Dec 2024
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Metacognitive Therapy
  • Metacognitive Training
  • Confidence
  • Metacognition
  • Internet Gaming Disorder
  • Gambling Disorder

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