Compulsivity and impulse control in behavioral addictions: A bibliometric and conceptual analysis of global research trends, thematic gaps, and future directions.

The findings reveal significant terminological fragmentation and thematic silos, underscoring the need for standardized vocabularies and interdisciplinary integration. This comprehensive overview provides actionable insights for researchers, clinicians, and policymakers to advance unified frameworks, foster inclusive collaborations, and guide future investigations in the field of behavioral addictions. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved).