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An exploratory study of gambling cross addictions
1Psychology Department, University of Plymouth, Drake Circus, PL4 8AA, Plymouth, UK.
Journal of Gambling Studies
|November 16, 2013
Summary
Gambling cross-addictions, involving both pathological gambling and substance abuse, are prevalent in UK adults and adolescents, predominantly affecting males. Many agencies, however, have not encountered this dual diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Addiction research
- Behavioural addictions
- Co-occurring disorders
Background:
- Growing research highlights overlaps between chemical and behavioural addictions.
- Pathological gambling is a widely studied behavioural addiction with links to substance abuse.
- Cross-addiction between gambling and alcohol/drug use is a recognized phenomenon.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the prevalence and characteristics of gambling cross-addictions in the United Kingdom.
- To gather data on co-existing pathological gambling and substance abuse in England.
- To identify potential subgroups within gambling cross-addiction populations.
Main Methods:
- An exploratory study design was employed.
- 456 letters were dispatched to drug and alcohol helping agencies across England.
- A response rate of 46% (210 agencies) was achieved, providing data on encountered cases.
Main Results:
- Gambling cross-addictions were reported in both adult and adolescent populations, primarily affecting males.
- Just over half of the surveyed agencies reported encountering gambling cross-addiction.
- Identified subgroups included adolescents with co-occurring fruit machine addiction and solvent abuse.
Conclusions:
- Gambling cross-addiction is a significant issue within UK healthcare services, though awareness varies.
- The condition appears predominantly male and affects multiple age groups.
- Further research is needed to understand the underreporting and specific characteristics of various cross-addicted subgroups.
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