A nurse is caring for a client who reports spending 12 hr daily playing video games online. The client has spent a significant amount of money betting on these games. They lost their job due to missed work, and they filed for bankruptcy because of their gambling debts. Their partner was supporting them financially until the partner left the client out of frustration with their behavior. Which of the following manifestations of non-substance addiction is characteristic of the client's behavior?

A. They do not care that they lost their job and their partner: This statement reflects apathy but does not define addiction. B. They filed for bankruptcy because of their debts and job loss: This is a consequence of their addiction, not a defining characteristic. C. They are depressed over their current life situation: Depression may coexist with addiction but is not a defining characteristic. D. They compulsively act on the urge to continue internet gaming and gambling even though they suffered negative consequences: The hallmark of addiction is the compulsive engagement in the behavior despite adverse outcomes.