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Gambling and gambling-related problems in France
1Hôpital Marmottan, Paris, France.
Addiction (Abingdon, England)
|June 9, 2015
Summary
France liberalized online gambling in 2010, leading to increased use of legal sites. Problem gambling rates are higher for online gamblers, but not solely due to addictiveness.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Gambling Studies
- Policy Analysis
Background:
- France's gambling policy historically centered on state monopoly since 1776.
- Increased gambling venues, problem gambling evidence, and online growth prompted policy shifts.
Observation:
- Online gambling was partially liberalized in 2010, with regulatory authorities established.
- The first epidemiological survey on gambling in France was conducted in 2010.
- Problem gambling rates in France are comparable to other European countries.
Findings:
- Most online gamblers in France now use legal platforms, a key objective of liberalization.
- Prevalence of problem gambling is significantly higher among online gamblers compared to land-based gamblers.
- The increased prevalence among online gamblers is not solely attributable to the inherent addictiveness of online gambling.
Implications:
- The liberalization of online gambling in France has successfully channeled users to legal platforms.
- Further research is needed to understand the multifactorial reasons for higher problem gambling rates in online environments.
- Policy interventions should consider the unique risks associated with online gambling to mitigate public health issues.
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