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Impact of availability on gambling: a longitudinal study.

C Jacques1, R Ladouceur, F Ferland

  • 1Research Associate, Ecole de psychologie, Université Laval, Quebec, Quebec.

Canadian Journal of Psychiatry. Revue Canadienne De Psychiatrie
|January 6, 2001
PubMed
Summary

The opening of a new casino significantly increased local gambling activities, including higher spending and awareness of gambling problems. This study highlights the link between gambling accessibility and its impact on community behavior.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Sociology
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Legalized gambling has expanded globally, with increased accessibility often linked to higher rates of pathological gambling.
  • Limited empirical research exists on the longitudinal impact of introducing new gambling opportunities within communities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To empirically assess the impact of a newly opened casino on the gambling behaviors of nearby residents.
  • To investigate changes in gambling frequency, expenditure, and awareness of gambling problems post-casino opening.

Main Methods:

  • A longitudinal study design was employed, comparing an experimental group (Hull area) with a control group (Quebec City area).
  • A random sample of 457 Hull residents and 423 Quebec City residents completed the South Oaks Gambling Screen and related questions before and one year after the casino opened.

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  • Household participants were randomly selected based on the next birthday to ensure unbiased sampling.

    • Main Results:

    • The experimental group showed a significant increase in casino game participation.
    • A notable rise was observed in the maximum amount of money lost per day by gamblers in the experimental group.
    • Participants in the experimental group reported increased awareness of individuals developing gambling problems and expressed more reluctance towards the local casino.

    Conclusions:

    • The introduction of a casino significantly influences gambling behaviors and related social awareness within the accessible population.
    • Findings underscore the direct relationship between the availability of gambling activities and their impact on community gambling patterns.