Gambling Research Index

New research / Archive

April 2025

116 studies entered the index this month.

  1. UPAYA KEPOLISIAN DALAM MENGUNGKAP MODUS OPERANDI KEJAHATAN PERJUDIAN (Suatu Studi di Polda Sultra)

    This study aims to find out To find out and understand the Modus Operandi of gambling crimes in the jurisdiction of the Southeast Sulawesi Regional Police, and. To find out and understand the efforts made by the Southeast Sulawesi Regional Police in uncovering the modus operandi of gambling crimes …

  2. The impact of online gambling on the social and economic conditions of the Aek Village Community in Batu City

    The proliferation of online gambling within society not only contributes to household financial instability but also disrupts social structures. Despite its legal and religious prohibitions, this phenomenon continues to permeate various social groups, including the community in Aek Kota Batu Village …

  3. The Internet of problem gambling: A mixed-methods study of the role of Internet-enabled risk factors among Finnish adults

    This mixed-methods study examined various ways Internet-enabled factors may contribute to problem gambling. A four-wave longitudinal survey was collected at 6-month intervals from Finnish adults ( N = 1530). Fixed-effects regression analyses were based on all available data across the four waves ( n = 4827 observations) …

  4. Studi Deskriptif Kuantitatif Impulsivity pada Pelaku Gambling Addiction

    Rapid technological developments have made internet access easier and increased smartphone use, including in Indonesia which occupies fourth place in the world with 160.23 million users. One of the negative impacts is the increase in online gambling which can now be accessed easily …

  5. SYSTEMATICS OF THE HADITH PERSPECTIVE ON THE PHENOMENON OF ONLINE GAMBLING

    The term "khitbah" refers to the rituals involved in proposing marriage between a man and a woman, or between a man and a woman. The words "khitbah" (proposing) and "zawaj" (marrying/getting married) are defined differently in all hadith volumes …

  6. Penerapan Sanksi Pidana Judi Online Dalam Perspektif Hukum Positif dan Hukum Pidana Islam (Analisis Putusan PN Jambi Nomor 68/Pid.B/2020/PN.Jbi)

    This research aims to analyze and examine in depth the criminal sanctions for online gambling in Article 45 Paragraph (2) of the Republic of Indonesia Law Number 19 of 2016 concerning Information and Electronic Transactions from an Islamic Criminal Law Perspective …

  7. Optimizing Law Enforcement Against Enforcement Of Online Gambling Promotion Cases by Influencer (Case Study of Gunawan Also Known As Sadbor)

    This research investigates the application of the principle of equality before the law in Indonesia, focusing on the case of influencer Gunawan Also Known As Sadbor, who was involved in promotion of online gambling. The rise of online gambling, exacerbated by influencer promotion, poses significant social and legal challenges …

  8. Finding the problem with problematic gambling

  9. Effects of the Day Program With Therapeutic Community Principles on Recovery From Gambling Disorder: A Retrospective Cohort Study

    A therapeutic community has been used to treat addiction. This study analyzed effects of a day program with therapeutic community principles (TC) on gambling abstinence and recovery. Methods: This was a descriptive, retrospective cohort study that analyzed secondary data …

  10. Effectiveness of Law Enforcement on Online Gambling Promotion Among Influencers

    The sophistication of information technology makes online gambling increasingly developing. This also gives rise to the rampant promotion and advertising of online gambling, The important role of influencers is often associated with the increase in online gambling among the public …

  11. Digital Therapeutics (DTx) and Site Analysis Using Generative Artificial Intelligence to Prevent Recurrence of Online Gambling Addiction

    온라인 도박은 높은 접근성과 익명성, 게임의 다양성, 즉각적인 보상 구조 등으로 인해 누구든지 쉽게 중독 위험에 노출될 수 있다. 이에 본 연구는 중독 재발 가능성을 낮추기 위한 디지털 치료제(Digital Therapeutics)를 제안하고, 이를 위해 여러 선행연구를 검토하여 경고 메시지와 시각적 자극이 중독 억제에 미치는 영향, 텍스트 분석 기반의 도박 사이트 판별 기법 등을 종합적으로 확인하였다. 본 연구에서는 사용자 접속 시 도박 사이트 여부를 실시간으로 감지하고, 이에 따라 맞춤형 경고 문구 및 이미지를 제시하는 프로토타입을 구현함으로써 개인화된 중독 예방 시스템을 제안하였다 …

  12. Beyond Sports Betting Legalization: Comparing Problem Gambling Risk Patterns in Legal and Illegal States

    The 2018 Supreme Court decision allowing state-level sports betting legalization in the United States has raised concerns about its impact on problem gambling risk. This study examined whether legal status predicts problem gambling severity scores while adjusting for demographic characteristics …

  13. A longitudinal replication study testing migration from video game loot boxes to gambling in British Columbia, Canada

    Loot boxes are randomized reward mechanics in modern video games that share features with conventional gambling products. Research studies have begun to test longitudinal patterns ("migration") from engagement with loot boxes to gambling behavior …

  14. A Qualitative Study on the Status of Online Gambling Addiction Among Adolescents and Intervention in the Community

    To determine the current level of online gambling addiction among Korean adolescents and understand difficulties associ- ated with assessment and intervention in community settings. Methods: Focus group interviews were conducted with 15 practitioners in addiction and mental health organizations of Korea …

  15. Talking with legislators: Educating the public on the dangers of online gambling

    The practice of online gambling in Indonesia is increasingly alarming due to its ease of access and massive dissemination through various digital platforms. This practice poses detrimental social and economic impacts, such as financial problems, family breakdown, and psychological disorders, and presents regulatory challenges in its eradication …

  16. Sludge, dark patterns and dark nudges: A taxonomy of online gambling platforms' deceptive design features

    Gambling research has highlighted various aspects of deceptive design. For example, land-based casinos are physically designed to encourage people to gamble there for longer. Similarly, various electronic gambling products, such as electronic gaming machines, exhibit "structural characteristics" that likely encourage people to continue using them …

  17. Role of the Representational Function of Security Services in Premium Casinos and Gaming Establishments

    The article examines the representational function of security services in premium-segment casinos, drawing on the concepts of risk, contingency, and time …

  18. Problematic trading: a Systematic Review of theoretical considerations

    Background And Aims: Recently, the psychological literature increased attention to problematic financial trading, usually adopting the behavioral addiction framework aprioristically …

  19. Effects of winning and losing streaks on within-session chasing in online gambling: a replication and extension study

    Loss-chasing is a key clinical symptom of gambling disorder. Examining its behavioral manifestation in real gambling will help better understand and identify problematic gambling behavior …

  20. Brawl Stars Players’ Perceptions After the Removal of Loot Boxes

    Loot boxes (LBs) have become an essential dynamic in video games. However, their similarities with gambling have motivated video games, such as Brawl Stars (BS), to eliminate them, producing conflicting opinions …

  21. Behind the glitz and glamour: a mixed-methods analysis of the psychological dynamics of casino gambling

    Abstract Casino gambling is a widespread activity that provides entertainment and the allure of winning, yet it often raises concerns about its potential to foster compulsive behaviors and negatively impact individual well-being …

  22. Financial Literacy and Economic Attitudes as Protective Factors Against Pathological Gambling? A Systematic Review

    Abstract Pathological gambling poses significant global issues, leading to economic, social, and psychological consequences such as debt, family breakdowns, and mental health problems …

  23. ENTRE A DIVERSÃO E A RUÍNA: A INFLUÊNCIA DAS APOSTAS ONLINE /BETS NO ENDIVIDAMENTO EXCESSIVO DO BRASILEIRO

    O artigo analisa a influência das apostas online/ BETS no endividamento excessivo no cenário brasileiro. Para tanto inquieta entender quais fatores contribuem para a configuração dessa circunstância sensível …

  24. Cryptocurrency trading and its relationship with other addictions among healthcare professionals in Türkiye

    There is a continuum between gambling and investing behaviors, with speculative investment instruments positioned in the middle. Cryptocurrencies, being significantly more volatile than traditional investment tools, have increasingly been linked to gambling disorder (GD) …

  25. "It Was Never-Ending…": Investigating Gambling Harm Reported by Affected Others

    Abstract Gambling-related harm can extend to family members, friends, and communities, however few population-representative studies explore affected other (AO) attributable harm measured with direct reference to gambling …

  26. Influence of social determinants of health on gambling in adolescents. Analysis of the results of the ESTUDES 2021 survey

    There is globally proliferation of pathological gambling among the adolescent population. This public health problem requires the development of effective preventive strategies based on the risk factors. The aim of this study is to analyse the social determinants of health which may be predictors of online and face-to-face gambling in young people …

  27. The Impact of Ease of Digital Access on the Increase in Online Gambling Cases Among Students

    This study investigates the relationship between ease of digital access and increasing online gambling participation among Indonesian university students …

  28. Reconstruction of Online Gambling Sanctions in Indonesia: A Comparative Analysis of Ta'zir Sanctions and Penalties of the Electronic Information and Transaction Law

    The purpose of this study is to analyze and compare the effectiveness of sanctions under the ITE Law and jarimah ta'zir in addressing online gambling, and to explore how the integration of these approaches can create a more effective and comprehensive legal framework in Indonesia …

  29. Regulating and mitigating the risks of youth sports betting in Ethiopia

    The rapid expansion of sports betting in Ethiopia presents a critical challenge, demanding urgent regulatory intervention to address its detrimental impact, particularly on youth …

  30. An optimizing communication channels, message relevance for anti-online gambling campaigns: The critical role of public awareness as a mediator

    This quantitative study investigates the factors influencing the efficacy of anti-online gambling campaigns, employing a survey of 255 respondents …

  31. When Addiction Is Not a Disability: The Exclusion of Individuals With a Gambling Disorder as a Protected Class

  32. Theta Burst TMS over the Pre-SMA Improves Inhibitory Control in Gambling Disorder Subjects as Assessed with Stop Signal Task

    Inhibitory control failure represents a central trait in substance and behavioral addictions, which includes patients affected with gambling disorder (GD). In GD patients, research on this trait of the addiction cycle has primarily focused on the use of pharmacological treatments for its assessment …

  33. Metacognition and Personality Functioning Levels as Mediators Between Maladaptive Personality Traits and Risk of Gambling Problems in a Non-Clinical Sample

    This study investigates the role of metacognition and personality functioning levels as mediators in the relationship between maladaptive personality traits and the risk of problematic gambling (PG) within a non-clinical adult sample …

  34. FACTORS CONTRIBUTING ONLINE GAMBLING AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN BENGKULU CITY

    Online gambling has become an increasingly troubling phenomenon in society, particularly among university students. This study investigated the contributing factors and mitigation efforts related to online gambling crimes among university students in Bengkulu City …

  35. A qualitative investigation of the feasibility and acceptability of lower risk gambling guidelines

    Effective and comprehensive harm reduction strategies to mitigate gambling-related harms are needed worldwide. The development of such strategies is however resource intensive. Using existing models in multiple contexts would thus be advisable …

  36. The Place of Stanley Ho (1921–2020) in Macau Casino Gaming History

    This article provides an overview of the role and legacy of Stanley Ho 何鴻燊 (1921–2020) in the history of casino games of chance in Macau. The focus is on the development of the Macau casino gaming industry and the important role he played. Stanley Ho arrived in Macau in 1941 …

  37. Soft Forms and Hard Forms of Gambling: A Systematic Review with a Narrative Synthesis

    Abstract Purpose of Review This systematic review with a narrative synthesis aims to provide a comprehensive examination of the risks associated with various forms of gambling …

  38. Legal Disharmony in Indonesia's Regulatory Framework: A Ratio Legis Analysis of the Classification of Gambling and the Standard Classification of Business Fields in Indonesia 92000 Vis-À-Vis Criminal Prohibition Under the Penal Code

    This paper analyzes the legal disharmony between the Indonesian Standard Industrial Classification (KBLI) Code 92000, which classifies gambling as a business activity, and Article 303 of the Indonesian Penal Code (KUHP), which criminalizes gambling …

  39. Barriers to Gambling Treatment Among American Military Personnel: A Qualitative Study

    Abstract Gambling disorder (GD) poses a significant public health problem, with treatment access frequently hindered by barriers. This study sought to identify the unique internal and external barriers encountered by military personnel with GD using a qualitative descriptive method …

  40. Problematic gaming, problem gambling: co-occurrence and association with depression and generalised anxiety disorder among working-age adults in Latvia

    This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of problematic gaming and gambling and the co-occurrence of these behaviours in association with depression and generalised anxiety disorder in a representative general working-age adult population in Latvia …

  41. PERAN KEPOISIAN DAAM MENGATASI TINDAK PIDANA JUDI ONLINE DI PROVINSI BALI

    This research aims to understand and explore the role of the police in combating online gambling crimes in Bali Province. In this study, the researcher uses an empirical legal research method with a descriptive approach. The data collection techniques include document studies, observations, and interviews …

  42. Increasing Public Awareness In Addressing The Impact Of Online Gambling Through Education And Guidance In Rt 01 Ulujami South Jakarta Community

    This study aims to understand the efforts to raise public awareness in tackling the impact of online gambling in Indonesia through education and counseling. The development of digital technology has led to an increase in harmful online gambling practices, both socially and economically …

  43. Decision Revise: Impulsivity and online sports betting behavior: Untangling the causal relationship. Round#1

    A recommendation of: Anne Jacob, Mohsen Joshanloo, Robert Czernecka, Anja Kräplin Impulsivity and online sports betting behavior: Untangling the causal relationship https://pada.psycharchives.org/bitstream/ed85321f-28e5-42dd-8f97-cf1cfce9e5d8

  44. Assessing the risk of problem gambling among lottery loyalty program members: A machine learning approach

    Background And Aims: Lottery gambling is a relatively benign form of gambling. Nonetheless, individuals with gambling problems may engage in lottery play and/or play the lottery exclusively …

  45. ANALISIS YURIDIS PENANGANAN PERKARA TINDAK PIDANA JUDI ONLINE PADA PUTUSAN NOMOR 27/PID.B/2023/PN SGR BERDASARKAN ASAS LEX SPECIALIS

    The internet is very beneficial for life, but on the other hand the internet has a negative impact, namely as a place for crime to develop, one type of crime. One of these crimes is online gambling, where online gambling is carried out online to gain more profits for the perpetrator. Crime in cyberspace is called cyber crime …

  46. Never tell me the odds: Typical return-to-player information increases gamblers' perceived chances of winning

    • Previous research on RTP messaging used higher-than-average payouts. • We test the impact of an industry-average RTP message. • RTP message increased perceived chances of winning when compared to no information. • House edge messages performed better than RTP, but no better than no information. • Gamblers deserve better information about gambling products …

  47. Juridical Analysis of Criminal Acts in Online Gambling Activities in the form of Binary Options

    Kemajuan teknologi telah menggeser banyak aktivitas tradisional, termasuk perdagangan, ke platform digital. Meskipun transisi ini membawa manfaat seperti kemudahan transaksi dan efisiensi waktu, hal ini juga memperkenalkan risiko, terutama pada sistem binary options …

  48. Giving Tuesday: Alternative Fundraising in the Era of COVID-19: Abstract

    This abstract discusses a virtual alternative to Casino Night: Giving Tuesday. Non-profit community health services, including free clinics, provide many aspects of care to community individuals. These individual needs are amplified as community health services are strained both financially and physically by the COVID-19 pandemic …

  49. Feedback from an avatar facilitates risk-taking by modulating the amygdala response to feedback uncertainty

    With the rise of cyberspace technologies, communication through avatars has become increasingly common. However, the cognitive and neural mechanisms underlying behavioral changes induced by avatar interactions remain poorly understood, particularly when avatars serve as communication partners …

  50. Association Among Depressive Symptoms, Physical Symptoms, Serotonin Levels, and Gambling Disorder: A Case-Control Study

    The current study compares depressive symptoms, physical symptoms, and serotonin levels between individuals with gambling disorder (GD) and healthy controls (HC), investigates their relationship, and identifies factors that predict the development of GD …

  51. The effects of irrational gambling beliefs on game preference types and participation attitudes: Focusing on university students

    This study investigates the influence of irrational gambling beliefs on game preference types and participation attitudes among university students in South Korea. A structured questionnaire survey was conducted with 179 participants, and statistical analyses were performed using SPSS 21.0 …

  52. The Role of Village Apparatus in Overcoming the Circulation of Alcoholic Beverage Consumption and Gambling Among Muslim Youth in Tanjung Gusti Village, Hamlet I, Galang District, Deli Serdang Regency

    This study explores the role of village officials in Tanjung Gusti in addressing the circulation of alcoholic beverages and gambling among teenagers. It focuses on five key aspects: (1) the role of village officials, (2) contributing factors, (3) community empowerment strategies, (4) program effectiveness, and (5) challenges faced …

  53. Gamblers or Risk-Averse? Competitive Authoritarianism, the Centre–Periphery Cleavage and Nationalist Revisionism in Russia and Turkey

    Revisionism is a growing phenomenon, particularly in imperial successor states. In this article, we ask which factors transform dissatisfied powers into nationalist revisionists …

  54. Australia's Regulations on Loot Boxes and Recommendations

    This paper examines Australia's recent regulatory framework for loot boxes in video games, which came into effect on 22 September 2024. The new rules classify games containing loot boxes or other chance-based in-game purchases as Category M, restricting access to children under 15 …

  55. Treating gambling disorder using repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation with symptom provocation

    This case report explores the use of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) for treating gambling disorder. A young man with gambling disorder and comorbid depression underwent high-frequency rTMS over left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, along with concurrent symptom provocation …

  56. KEBIJAKAN FORMULASI TINDAK PIDANA JUDI ONLINE DALAM BINGKAI HUKUM POSITIF DI INDONESIA

    A criminal act is basically an act that is prohibited or recommended by law due to certain circumstances. An act is said to be a criminal act when the act has been formulated in a statutory regulation and ratified by the legislative body together with the government …

  57. SOCIAL CAMPAIGN TO PREVENT ONLINE GAMBLING AMONG WOMEN

    This study aims to analyze the social campaign strategy implemented by the West Jakarta Department of Empowerment, Child Protection, and Population Control (DPPAPP) in increasing women's awareness of the dangers of online gambling …

  58. Penyuluhan Bahaya Narkoba dan Judi Online di Dayah Miftahus Salam Aceh Besar

    Community service regarding the dangers of drugs and online gambling for Santri Dayah Mistahus Salam is implemented using the socialization method. The use of this method produces real data regarding the dangers of drugs and online gambling. The aim of socialization is to introduce people about drugs and the impacts they cause …

  59. Stigmatisation of gambling disorder in social media: a tailored deep learning approach for YouTube comments

    The stigmatisation of gamblers, particularly those with a gambling disorder, and self-stigmatisation are considered substantial barriers to seeking help and treatment. To develop effective strategies to reduce the stigma associated with gambling disorder, it is essential to understand the prevailing stereotypes …

  60. Yeshanov A.Sh., Satybaldieva A.E. Criminal law and criminological aspects of gambling among minors in Georgia: lessons for Kazakhstan

    The relevance of the problem of gambling among minors, especially in the online environment, is constantly growing, which requires measures to be taken in both Georgia and Kazakhstan. The subject of the study is to analyze the impact of gambling on minors in Georgia and the prospects for using the analytical findings for Kazakhstan …

  61. The licensing effect in gambling choice: a daily diary study

    People with gambling problems gamble despite resolutions to stop. These choices may be more likely in contexts that allow for them to be justified (e.g. after a productive day at work), termed the licensing effect …

  62. Muratova A.Zh., Saktaganova I.S. Legal aspects of combating gambling addiction: international approaches to establishing liability

    The relevance of this study is driven by the increasing social and legal issue of our time – ludomania, or pathological gambling addiction, which is worsened by the improvement of digital technologies and the availability of online gambling …

  63. Match Fixing and Sports Betting in Football: Empirical Evidence from the German Bundesliga

    Corrupt behavior by regulators occurs frequently and imposes costs on society. Corruption can take many forms and corrupt regulators try to hide their actions, making detection difficult …

  64. Legal Protection for Recipients of Live Donations in Mobile Legends Streaming

    This study examines the legal protection for recipients of live donations in Mobile Legends streaming. The research is motivated by the increasing phenomenon of online gambling sites donating to streamers. Donations were originally intended as gifts from viewers to appreciate and support streamers …

  65. Identifying Risks and Ethical Considerations of AI in Gambling: A Scoping Review

    Artificial intelligence (AI) is experiencing widespread adoption in the gambling sector. This scoping review aimed to identify and summarize the current literature on the risks and ethical considerations of AI applications in gambling. Following PRISMA-ScR guidelines, we conducted electronic searches across 30 databases …

  66. Alcohol use frequency relates to elevated sports betting engagement, risk-taking, and negative consequences in a year-long biweekly study of young adults

    Sports betting is a rapidly growing addictive behavior that has been cross-sectionally linked to other risky behaviors including alcohol use. To better understand how alcohol use contributes to sports betting engagement, risk-taking, and negative consequences, the present study examined within-person associations using 26 repeated biweekly assessments …

  67. Rose ‘Casino’ as an Element of Landscape Architectural Composition in the Courtyard of the Church of St George in Belgrade Under Changing Climate Conditions

    Abstract The study analyses the in situ sustainability of the climbing rose ‘Casino’ in the courtyard of the Church of St George in Belgrade. The aim of the research was to assess the impact of changing climate conditions on its phenological flowering pattern …

  68. Circadian photoreception influences loss aversion

    Gambling behaviour is a persistent and growing societal problem. An unexplored factor that may encourage gambling behaviour is the impact of circadian photoreception on cognitive processes underlying the behaviour …

  69. Peran Ekonomi Islam dalam Mengatasi Judi Online

    This study aims to analyze the role of Islamic economics in regulating online gambling which is increasingly popular among Indonesian people, even Muslims. This study uses a qualitative method with a literature study approach to analyze the impact of online gambling and offers solutions based on Islamic economic principles …

  70. Pelatihan Investasi Reksa Dana Syariah untuk Pelajar sebagai Investor Pemula

    The increasing prevalence of online gaming among students, often linked to online gambling sponsorships, has raised concerns about financial literacy among young individuals. The Indonesian Teachers Association (PGSI) reported that 12,000 students were involved in online gaming with gambling sponsorship, highlighting the urgent need for financial education …

  71. Neuroendocrine responses and coupling to laboratory-induced stress in problem gambling and heavy smoking

    Identifying common biological and psychological features of substance and behavioral addictions promises to shed light on the pathophysiology of addictive disorders. By identifying constructs that might be related to common risk factors or learned patterns, we gain insights into addiction mechanisms …

  72. Could the provision of multiple game themes be a neglected gambling product structural characteristic? Results of an online simulated gambling task

    Previous research has indicated that several gambling product features, such as slot games’ fast potential speed of play, are potentially harmful ‘structural characteristics’. However, we know of little empirical research exploring whether the provision of multiple themes for slot games could be considered another relevant structural characteristic …

  73. Neuromodulation of dorsal and ventral prefrontal cortex during gambling task performance in low and high impulsive individuals

    Impulsivity has been widely associated to risky decision-making and addictive behaviours …

  74. Expertise matters: why consumers are less likely to follow AI recommendations in sports betting

    Purpose The legal sports betting market in the United States has rapidly grown into a multi-billion-dollar industry. As a result, a secondary industry for sports betting recommendations has emerged. Because sports betting is widely considered as skill-based gambling, consumers may turn to experts for recommendations …

  75. The role of artificial intelligence in casino digital transformation and innovation

    Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a transformative force in optimizing various aspects of casino operations, particularly in slot machine management. This paper explores AI’s integration into slot machine systems to enhance player experience, improve operational efficiency, bolster security, and maximize profitability …

  76. ONLINE FANTASY SPORTS AND PERSONALITY RIGHTS: NAVIGATING LEGAL CHALLENGES UNDER INDIAN COPYRIGHT LAW

  77. Edukasi dan Peningkatan Literasi Digital dalam Upaya Menanggulangi Hoaks dan Judi Online pada Remaja SMKN 1 Plupuh Sragen

    The development of communication media and information technology, coupled with the freedom to express opinions, has made teenagers increasingly show an image of themselves that is more open to any information they receive on the internet and various social media …

  78. APA finds many daily online gamblers started as 18–25 year olds

  79. Strategies for Controlling Gambling Practices in Military Personnel Settings

    Gambling practices are vulnerable among the military. There are many risk factors for gambling addiction, including work stress, being away from family and loneliness, low levels of screening from the start of admission, screening during work, and post-placement …

  80. Kid gamers to adult gamblers? An investigation of gaming in childhood and young adult gambling

  81. Heart rate changes related to risky selections and outcomes in rat gambling tasks

    Risk-taking behavior is crucial to increase potential outcomes and alter arousal states in the brain and body represented by heart rates …

  82. Gambling disorders and drugs: a disproportionality analysis in the WHO pharmacovigilance database

  83. Executive Function in Gambling Disorder: A Meta-analysis on Neuropsychological Evidence

    Abstract Gambling disorder (GD) is associated with deficits in various cognitive functions. Specifically for executive function (EF), previous findings are inconsistent, despite deficits being reported for shifting, inhibition, planning, and working memory domains …

  84. Escalating frustration - A replication attempt and extension of Yu et al. (2014)

    Failures to obtain a desired reward, such as losing money in gambling, can lead to frustration. In gambling, this frustration has been shown to take the form of faster responses after losses compared with wins and non-gambling trials. In addition, reward omission or blockage can lead to more forceful responses …

  85. Three-Gambler Ruin Game: A Game Theoretic Analysis

    Abstract We study the following game. Three players start with initial capitals of $$s_{1},s_{2},s_{3}$$ s 1 , s 2 , s 3 dollars; in each round player $$P_{m}$$ P m is selected with probability $$\frac{1}{3}$$ 1 3 ; then he selects player $$P_{n}$$ P n and they play a game in which $$P_{m}$$ P m wins from (resp …

  86. Online gaming and wellbeing among Pacific youth: a scoping review

    Online gaming has become a core activity for leisure and as a career option. However, discourses on gaming are often adult-centric and position online gaming as detrimental to youth mental health and wellbeing …

  87. Analisis Strategi Penerapan dan Dampak Permainan Judi Online di Kalangan Masyarakat

    Online gambling games have become an increasingly widespread phenomenon among teenagers and have significant social, economic and psychological impacts. This research aims to analyze implementation strategies and the impact of online gambling games among teenagers while providing insight into the risks associated with these activities …

  88. Analisis Problematika Penegakan Hukum Terhadap Tindak Pidana Perjudian Online di Indonesia

    The rapid development of technology has led to a transformation in gambling practices, shifting from physical establishments to online platforms. However, law enforcement in Indonesia continues to struggle with multiple challenges in addressing this issue. This research aims to assess the enforcement of online gambling laws based on Lawrence M …

  89. 579. ‘Wired for Risk?’ Assessing the Effects of Childhood Trauma on Stress Responses and Gambling Urges

  90. Self regulation by gaming companies for the use of loot boxes is not working

  91. Lonely gamble - A longitudinal study of loneliness, gambling to escape and problem gambling

    Abstract Background and Aims The evidence concerning the relationships between loneliness, gambling to escape, and problem gambling is mixed. This study aimed to investigate how loneliness relates to gambling to escape and gambling problems using a longitudinal approach …

  92. Law Enforcement against Online Gambling Offenders based on the Theory of Justice

    Online gambling is a form of cybercrime that must be prevented and eradicated. Law enforcement efforts are needed so that this crime does not continue to develop. This study discusses the regulation of online gambling crimes based on legislation in Indonesia and its law enforcement based on the theory of justice …

  93. It is Crucial to Ground Gambling Harm as an Impact to Health-Related Quality of Life

    Abstract Purpose of Review This review examines the evolution of gambling-related harm (GRH) measurement over the past two decades, highlighting the shift from repurposed problem gambling severity measures to dedicated GRH instruments …

  94. Gambling addiction and mental health of undergraduates in South-west Nigeria: developing effective prevention and intervention strategies

    Gambling addiction, the proliferation of online sports betting platforms, and aggressive gambling advertisements targeting young people are growing concerns in Nigeria. This study investigates the relationship between gambling addiction and mental health among university undergraduates in South-West Nigeria …

  95. Executive Functions and Financial Risk-Taking: The Crucial Role of Cognitive Flexibility and Mediating Effect of Risk-Perception

    Executive functions are crucial for decision-making, yet their role in financial risk-taking remains unclear. This study explores the relationship of three executive functions-inhibitory control, working memory, and cognitive flexibility-with two areas of financial risk-taking: investing and gambling …

  96. What does the American public want to know about addiction? A national systematic qualitative investigation

    In addiction-focused clinical and public health communications intended to educate the public, assumptions are made regarding in which specific knowledge aspects the target population is deficient, so these can be emphasized and harms minimized. It is rare, however, that outreach campaign messaging is based on specific known knowledge deficits …

  97. Beyond the Surface: Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Efficacy in Reducing Craving in Addictive Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    Substance use disorders (SUDs) and gambling disorder (GD) are addictive diseases with a chronic course. Due to the limited efficacy of conventional treatments, there is growing interest in alternative approaches that target the altered neural circuits underlying these disorders …

  98. The minimal important change of the gambling symptom assessment scale among individuals experiencing gambling problems who underwent self-help internet interventions

    The Gambling Symptom Assessment Scale (G-SAS) is one of the most common treatment outcome measures to assess gambling symptom severity …

  99. The effect of doll blind box uncertainty on consumers' irrational consumption behavior: the role of instant gratification, Gambler's fallacy, and perceived scarcity

    The uncertainty associated with doll blind boxes has sparked a consumer frenzy in China. However, it remains unclear how the allure of uncertain rewards influences the irrational consumption behavior of blind box consumers. This study aimed to elucidate the internal mechanisms underlying this process …

  100. Gambling disorder comorbidity a narrative review

    Problematic and pathological gambling (PG) lead to major adverse consequences for individuals, their families, and society and is highly comorbid with numerous other mental health disorders …

  101. Post-loss speeding and neurophysiological markers of action preparation and outcome processing in probabilistic reversal learning

    Losses and errors often slow down subsequent reaction times (RTs). This is classically explained in terms of a shift towards more cautious, therefore slow, behaviour. Recent studies of gambling, however, reported faster RTs following losses, so-called post-loss speeding , often attributing these to behavioural impulsivity arising from frustration …

  102. Treatment challenges in co-occurring substance use and gambling disorder: A case report

    Introduction Gambling disorder was previously classified as an impulse control disorder in the DSM-IV, but with the introduction of DSM-5, it has been redefined as a behavioural addiction …

  103. The rise of online gambling addiction: A mental health challenge

    Introduction Gambling disorder is a rising concern among young adults, highlighting the need for effective screening to offer appropriate support and intervention. Objectives This study aims to characterize gambling disorder among young adults (ages 18-25) in Portugal …

  104. The inclusion of Gambling and other behavioral addictions in the addictions chapter of ICD-11

    Abstract Background and relevance Addictive behaviours have for the first time been included within the addiction spectrum. The transition to ICD-11 is a critical step in advancing mental health and addiction medicine …

  105. The effect of the choice of screening test when measuring the prevalence of gambling disorder: A cross-sectional study in Japan

    This study examines the influence of the selection of screening tests and cut-off scores on the prevalence of gambling disorders by simultaneously administering several tests to the same sample. The survey was conducted online in 2021, with 2,000 respondents distributed equally across two prefectures in Japan …

  106. The Profiles of People who Do not Engage in Positive Play while Gambling

    Positive Play describes non-problematic gambling behaviour. The term avoids the ambiguity of the term 'Responsible Gambling', and the negative connotations associated with 'Problem Gambling'. This purpose of the paper was to identify demographic groups who score consistently low on the positive play in order to determine where interventions are most needed …

  107. Substantiating policy recommendations for reducing gambling-related harms with perspectives from individuals with lived experience

    Purpose Of Review: Changes in gambling regulation have been linked to public health concerns, with system- and population-level approaches suggested to prevent and reduce gambling-related harms in societies …

  108. Perspektif Mahasiswa Terhadap Judi Online di Indonesia: Wujud Kesadaran Hukum dan Etika Digital Warga Negara

    This study analyzes students' perspectives on online gambling regulations in Indonesia. It focuses on understanding students who are part of the younger generation and actively engage in the digital world to assess legal awareness and digital ethics among citizens …

  109. Peran Organisasi Islam dalam Menanggulangi Efek Bermain Judi Online di Lingkungan Masyarakat dan Pendidikan

    This study investigates the role of Islamic organizations in the practice of combating online gambling practices in Indonesia. Online gambling has become a major problem that has an impact on financial stability, mental health, and moral integrity of the community …

  110. Pathological Gambling: A Neurobiological Approach Through a Literature Review

    Introduction Gambling is an increasingly widespread practice worldwide. Currently, gambling disorder (also known as pathological gambling) is recognized as a behavioral addiction in the DSM-5 due to its numerous similarities with substance addiction. Consequently, several neurobiological hypotheses have been tested in recent years …

  111. Online Behavioral Addictions

    Abstract Disorders due to addictive behaviors have been included in the eleventh revision of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11). Such conditions include gambling disorder and gaming disorder, and each has online specifiers given the relevance of the internet to each of these conditions in modern societies …

  112. Innovative Approaches to Addressing Addiction in Real-World Clinical Settings

    Introduction Addiction is a complex condition affecting millions globally, involving behaviors from substance use to behavioral addictions like gambling disorder (GD). It frequently co-occurs with psychiatric disorders, such as bipolar disorder (BD) and bulimia, complicating treatment …

  113. Gambling among forensic psychiatric patients: A prevalence study

    Introduction While gambling problems are increasingly recognized as a public health concern, knowledge of the prevalence and impact within psychosocially vulnerable populations is scarce. Never before has the prevalence of gambling problems been studied in a forensic psychiatric patient population …

  114. Factors Influencing Sports Promotion Lottery Sales inJapan and China: Focusing on Aging Populations

    The rising proportion of the elderly population will profoundly impact the overall socioeconomic structure, including consumption patterns and consumer attitudes regarding the sports promotion lottery industry.This study examines how changes in the age structure of the customer base affect the sports promotion lottery industry in Japan and China.Sales data …

  115. Exploring the effects of theta burst stimulation on craving severity and biomarkers in patients with gambling disorder

    Introduction Gambling disorder, previously known as pathological gambling, is a behavior that significantly impairs functioning in personal, social, and occupational domains. Currently, there is no pharmacological treatment for gambling disorder, emphasizing the need for innovative treatment modalities …

  116. Characteristics of gambling among Tunisian students

    Introduction Nowadays, gambling has become a common form of entertainment for many young people. Gambling is essentially divided into dice games, card games (especially poker), casino games, sports betting, lotteries and, in recent years, online gambling. As a result, gambling has become a major international business, especially among young students …