Internet gaming disorder (IGD) is a public health issue that affects the physical and mental well-being of game players worldwide. It is one of the relatively new diagnoses of mental disorders that require further research. In recent years, the development of various neurobiological research methods such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), electroencephalogram (EEG), and positron emission tomography (PET) has enabled in-depth research on IGD. This article reviews the current comparative studies on the neuroimaging features of IGD and other addictive disorders, particularly tobacco use disorder (TUD), alcohol use disorder (AUD), and gambling disorder (GD). The review provides a view of future insight into neuroimaging markers, neurobiological mechanisms, and in-depth studies on the clinical characteristics, diagnostic methods, and intervention strategies for substance-related and addictive disorders.

Internet gaming disorder (IGD) is a public health issue that affects the physical and mental well-being of game players worldwide. It is one of the relatively new diagnoses of mental disorders that require further research. In recent years, the development of various neurobiological research methods such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), electroencephalogram (EEG), and positron emission tomography (PET) has enabled in-depth research on IGD. This article reviews the current comparative studies on the neuroimaging features of IGD and other addictive disorders, particularly tobacco use disorder (TUD), alcohol use disorder (AUD), and gambling disorder (GD). The review provides a view of future insight into neuroimaging markers, neurobiological mechanisms, and in-depth studies on the clinical characteristics, diagnostic methods, and intervention strategies for substance-related and addictive disorders.