Section 7.5-101 – Definitions

    (a)    In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.     (b)    (1)    “Addictive disorder” means a chronic disorder of the brain’s reward–activation system in which the individual pathologically pursues reward or relief by substance use or other behaviors, with diminished control, and the individual persists in the behavior despite adverse consequences.         (2)    “Addictive disorder” includes gambling, which is […]