According to Psychiatrist Nova Riyanti Yusuf, a Specialist in Psychiatry, she stated that when someone has a gambling addiction, including online gambling, it is equivalent to the use of addictive substances. "Gambling disorder is classified in the same category as substance use. This is based on research that shows many similarities between gambling disorder and substance use," said the psychiatrist, who is familiarly known as Noriyu.

Addiction to gambling is a condition where gambling behavior becomes addictive and disrupts a person's daily life. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Fifth Edition (DSM-5), one of the criteria for gambling disorder is feeling restless and easily annoyed when trying to reduce or stop gambling. Sadly, people with financial problems tend to use even more money for gambling.

The other diagnostic criteria for gambling disorder is the failure to stop gambling despite repeated attempts. According to the World Health Organization's International Classification of Diseases (ICD), individuals with gambling disorder often fail to control or significantly reduce their gambling behavior.

"Individuals with gambling disorders also typically increase the amount of money they wager in order to seek pleasure or avoid depression. \u201cSomeone experiencing gambling disorder may exhibit substantial disruptions in eating patterns, sleep, exercise, and other health-related behaviors that impact physical and mental health,\u201d Noriyu continued."

Noriyu explained that there are many factors that cause someone to experience gambling disorders. This can be a response to feelings of depression, anxiety, or loneliness. According to the WHO ICD, gambling disorders often occur alongside substance use disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, or personality disorders. Source: Liputan6.com.