Clients with gaming disorder often present differently than those with substance use disorder—and those differences matter when it comes to treatment. While there’s some overlap, assuming internet-based behaviors are just symptoms of deeper issues can lead to missed diagnoses and ineffective care.
Dr. Hilarie Cash, co-founder of reSTART Life and a leader in the field, shares practical insights from years of clinical experience. Learn how to spot key distinctions, avoid common assessment pitfalls, and tailor treatment approaches to better support clients struggling with gaming addiction.
Objectives
- Identify the three ICD-11 criteria for gaming disorder.
- Name three common co-occurring mental health conditions.
- Define three key differences between substance use and gaming disorder clients.
*1 CE credit eligible for live virtual attendees - Attendance tracked via online reporting or sign in. Those attending full training will receive an email with test and evaluation within two days post event. Upon completion a CE certificate is emailed.
*Please Note: CE credit is not available for post-live recorded viewing, each attendee will need to view on their own device and registered with an individual email in order to be eligible for credit.
Agenda
| 12-1 p.m. Central | Presentation |
| 1-1:15 p.m. Central | Follow-up and program sharing |
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General questions? Contact senior outreach manager,
by email Cendee Palmer or at 1-763-331-4473.
Virtual event questions? Contact Jessica Hillebrand.
Cendee Palmer is a Senior Outreach Manager for Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation and provides resources and education for individuals, families and professionals needing treatment and recovery resources for adolescents, young adults and adults. Cendee comes to Hazelden Betty Ford with over 30 years of experience in the healthcare and wellness field, which includes over a decade of working specifically in the behavioral health field in a variety of business development and outreach capacities. Along with a degree in social work, Cendee has extensive experience working as a medical sales representative with numerous Fortune 500 companies in the health care industry specializing in diabetes, weight management, nutrition, and smoking cessation.
Dr. Hilarie Cash is chief clinical officer and co-founder of reSTART Life, the first residential program in North America dedicated to treating Internet and video game addiction. She specializes in technology-related behavioral health and helped develop reSTART’s residential, transitional and outpatient services.
A pioneer in the field since the mid-1990s, Cash co-founded one of the first outpatient clinics for Internet addiction and co-authored Video Games and Your Kids. She has published peer-reviewed articles and clinical resources, including Facing Internet Technology and Gaming Addiction, and has trained professionals and parents nationwide.