Alcohol and Substance abuse behaviors

Alcohol and substance abuse are identified in the DSM-5 as a disease, whereas behavioral addiction(internet, sex, pornography, shopping, food) is not. Do you think that compulsive behaviors such as Internet usage, shopping, and overeating should be included in the DSM-5 criteria? Why? or Why not? With references

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