Understanding Digital Behavioral Addictions

Major John Donovan (Ret.) welcomes clinical psychologist Dr. Michael Zhang to discuss digital behavioral addictions, including gambling, pornography, and gaming and their growing impact on veterans, service members, and families. Dr. Zhang breaks down the psychology behind these addictions, why they’re so hard to escape, and how technology has accelerated the crisis. The conversation explores the rise of online gambling, cross-addiction patterns, and the lack of real-time recovery support. Dr. Zhang also shares practical tools, resources, and hope for recovery, reminding listeners they are not alone and change is possible. Guest: Dr. Michael Zang, Clinical Psychologist and Co-Founder of Incumental Resources: incumental.com | Gamblers Anonymous | Sex Addicts Anonymous Recovery is possible. Support is available. You don’t have to fight this alone.