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Group therapy for pathological gamblers: a cognitive approach.

R Ladouceur1, C Sylvain, C Boutin

  • 1Ecole de Psychologie, Université Laval, Quebec, G1K 7P4, Ste-Foy, Canada. robert.ladouceur@psy.ulaval.ca

Behaviour Research and Therapy
|April 25, 2003
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Group cognitive treatment significantly reduced pathological gambling. 88% of treated gamblers no longer met diagnostic criteria, showing sustained improvement in gambling disorder symptoms and control.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Behavioral Science
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Pathological gambling is a significant mental health concern.
  • Erroneous perceptions about randomness contribute to gambling behavior.
  • Effective treatments for pathological gambling are needed.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of a group cognitive treatment for pathological gambling.
  • To assess the impact of cognitive correction on gamblers' perceptions and behaviors.
  • To examine the long-term maintenance of therapeutic gains.

Main Methods:

  • Randomized controlled trial comparing treatment (N=34) to a wait-list control (N=24).
  • Intervention focused on cognitive correction of erroneous perceptions about randomness and relapse prevention.

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  • Outcome measures included DSM-IV criteria for pathological gambling, self-efficacy, perceived control, desire to gamble, and gambling frequency.

    • Main Results:

    • 88% of treated gamblers no longer met DSM-IV criteria for pathological gambling post-treatment, versus 20% in the control group.
    • Significant improvements were observed across all outcome measures, including perceived self-efficacy and control.
    • Therapeutic gains were maintained at 6-, 12-, and 24-month follow-ups.

    Conclusions:

    • Group cognitive treatment is an effective intervention for pathological gambling.
    • Cognitive correction of erroneous perceptions regarding randomness is a key therapeutic component.
    • The treatment demonstrates sustained efficacy and potential for widespread group intervention.