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Gambling in Taiwan: problems, research and policy.

Cheng-Fang Yen1, Harry Yi-Jui Wu

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. chfaye@cc.kmu.edu.tw

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This systematic review examines gambling in Taiwan, revealing diverse gambling types and their negative societal impacts. Further research into psychological aspects is crucial for developing effective intervention models for problem gambling.

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Area of Science:

  • Social Sciences
  • Public Health
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Gambling is a prevalent activity in Taiwan, despite legal prohibitions against illegal gambling.
  • Both traditional and emerging forms of gambling have significantly impacted various facets of daily life for Taiwanese citizens.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review existing research on unique gambling experiences in Taiwan.
  • To synthesize and assess studies evaluating the prevalence and impact of gambling in Taiwan.

Main Methods:

  • A comprehensive literature search was conducted across major electronic databases.
  • Databases included Scopus, PubMed, Chinese Electronic Periodical Services, and the Index to Taiwan Periodical Literature System.
  • Included studies were synthesized and assessed for relevance and findings.

Main Results:

  • A wide array of gambling activities exists in Taiwan, coexisting with legal restrictions.
  • Gambling has led to adverse consequences across multiple life domains for the Taiwanese population.
  • The flourishing of gambling has necessitated adaptive strategies and policy shifts from the government.

Conclusions:

  • Gambling in Taiwan has evolved in response to societal, economic, and cultural dynamics.
  • The psychological dimensions of gambling behavior require additional investigation.
  • Fundamental data on psychological aspects is essential for creating effective intervention models for pathological gambling.