06/04/19 Gaming Disorder
06/04/19 Gaming Disorder

Detailing Addictions with Dr. Susan Blank, MD

Gaming Disorder

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Detailing Addictions with Dr. Susan Blank, MD

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Susan Blank, MD, is the Founder and Chief Medical Officer for the Atlanta Healing Center. A graduate of the Medical College of Georgia, she completed a residency in Psychiatry and Neurology at Sheppard Pratt Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. She received her training in Forensics at the University of Virginia, and her training in Addiction Medicine in Atlanta at the Talbott Recovery Campus. She recently completed a Fellowship and Advance Fellowship training in Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine. Dr. Blank is President of the Georgia Society of Addiction Medicine and serves on the Advisory Board of the Georgia Physician’s Health Program. She is also a member of the Board of Directors for The Georgia Council on Alcohol and Drugs. Dr. Blank and Dr. Lori Karan co-authored the chapter on Tobacco and Nicotine Addiction for the ASAM Patient Criteria released in September 2013. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, the American Board of Addiction Medicine and the American Board of Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine. She is a Fellow of the American Board of Forensic Examiners, a Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, a Fellow of the American Academy of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine and a Certified Medical Review Officer. Finally, she can be heard nationwide every Tuesday on her weekly radio show “Detailing Addiction” on America’s Web Radio.

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Gaming Disorder: Understanding the Newest Addiction with Dr. Susan Blank

Ever wondered if your gaming habits could be more than just a hobby? In this episode, Dr. Susan Blank dives into the World Health Organization's recent classification of Gaming Disorder as a behavioral addiction. Joined by experts, Dr. Blank unpacks what this means for gamers and their families. You'll hear about the signs and symptoms to watch out for, the impact on mental health, and why this recognition is a game-changer in the field of addiction medicine.

This episode also covers other timely news stories related to addiction, making it a must-listen for anyone keen to stay informed about the latest developments in the world of behavioral health.

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Gaming Disorder: Understanding the Newest Addiction with Dr. Susan Blank

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06/04/19 Gaming Disorder
06/04/19 Gaming Disorder