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Prevalence and risks of pathological gambling in Sweden
R A Volberg1, M W Abbott, S Rönnberg
1Gemini Research Ltd, PO Box 628, Northampton, MA 01061, USA.
Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica
|November 28, 2001
Summary
Problem gambling in Sweden is relatively low, affecting 3.9% lifetime and 2.0% currently. Key risk factors include being male, under 25, and foreign-born, particularly in urban areas or those receiving social welfare.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Sociology
- Psychology
Background:
- Sweden's first national survey on problem gambling was conducted.
- Assessing gambling participation and its associated problems is crucial for public health.
- Understanding demographic and socioeconomic factors linked to gambling problems informs targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the findings of the inaugural national survey on problem gambling in Sweden.
- To determine the prevalence of problem and pathological gambling in the Swedish population.
- To identify demographic and socioeconomic risk factors associated with gambling problems.
Main Methods:
- A unique, representative national survey utilizing multiple data collection modes.
- Respondent recruitment from national registers ensured data quality and reduced bias.
- A high response rate contributed to the reliability of the findings.
Main Results:
- Despite high gambling participation, problem and pathological gambling prevalence is relatively low (3.9% lifetime, 2.0% current).
- Significant risk factors for lifetime gambling problems include being male, under 25, and foreign-born.
- Additional risk factors identified are being single, residing in large cities, and receiving social welfare.
Conclusions:
- Individuals facing socioeconomic disadvantages and marginalization are most at risk.
- International economic shifts and welfare system changes may exacerbate gambling problems.
- Targeted support is needed for vulnerable populations identified in the study.
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