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Problem Gambling and Intimate Partner Violence: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Nicki Dowling1, Aino Suomi2, Alun Jackson3
1Deakin University, Burwood, Victoria, Australia.
Trauma, Violence & Abuse
|December 6, 2014
Summary
Problem gambling is linked to intimate partner violence (IPV). Most studies show a significant association between problem gambling and both victimization and perpetration of IPV.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Criminology
- Public Health
Background:
- Problem gambling is a recognized mental health issue.
- Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant societal problem.
- The co-occurrence of problem gambling and IPV requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review empirical evidence on the association between problem gambling and IPV.
- To synthesize findings on both victimization and perpetration of IPV among problem gamblers.
- To identify factors associated with the co-occurrence of problem gambling and IPV.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search identifying 14 relevant studies.
- Categorization of studies based on IPV victimisation, perpetration, or both.
- Meta-analysis to quantify the prevalence and association.
Main Results:
- A significant relationship exists between problem gambling and IPV victimization.
- Consistent evidence shows a significant link between problem gambling and IPV perpetration.
- Meta-analyses indicate high prevalence rates: 38.1% of problem gamblers are IPV victims, 36.5% are perpetrators, and 11.3% of IPV perpetrators have problem gambling issues.
Conclusions:
- Problem gambling is strongly associated with both experiencing and perpetrating IPV.
- Factors such as unemployment, anger, impulsivity, and substance use are implicated.
- Clinical screening for problem gambling, IPV, and co-occurring issues is recommended.
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