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[Problem and pathological gambling. Epidemiology and prevention].

G Meyer¹, T Hayer

¹Institut für Psychologie und Kognitionsforschung, Universität Bremen, Grazer Str. 4, 28359, Bremen, Deutschland. gerhard.meyer@uni-bremen.de

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Summary

The German gambling market

Area of Science:

Public Health
Epidemiology
Addiction Research

Context:

The German gambling market is expanding, raising concerns about gambling-related harm.
Prevalence rates for problem gambling (0.29-0.64%) and pathological gambling (0.19-0.56%) are at the lower end internationally.
Increased gambling availability may lead to higher consumption and addiction rates.

Purpose:

To assess the magnitude of gambling problems in Germany.
To evaluate the effectiveness of preventive measures in the expanding gambling market.
To provide public health recommendations for gambling regulation.

Summary:

Current problem and pathological gambling prevalence rates in Germany are relatively low compared to international standards.
Expansion of the gambling market necessitates empirical evaluation of stabilization or potential decrease in addiction rates.

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Public health perspective advocates for a strictly regulated state monopoly to prevent demand stimulation and ensure safeguards.

Impact:

Highlights the need for strict regulation of the German gambling market to mitigate public health risks.
Suggests direct interventions for amusement with prize machines.
Emphasizes the importance of evidence-based prevention strategies, drawing parallels with alcohol and tobacco control.