Correction to: Web-Based Intervention and Email‑Counseling for Problem Gamblers: Results of a Randomized Controlled...

Area of Science:

• Psychology
• Digital Health
• Clinical Trials

Context:

• Problem gambling is a significant public health concern.
• Traditional interventions face barriers to access and engagement.
• Digital interventions offer scalable solutions for mental health support.

Purpose:

• To evaluate the efficacy of a web-based intervention compared to email counseling for problem gamblers.
• To assess the impact of digital interventions on gambling severity and related harms.
• To provide evidence for the effectiveness of online therapeutic tools in addiction treatment.

Summary:

• A randomized controlled trial compared a web-based intervention with email counseling for individuals with problem gambling.
• Both interventions demonstrated significant reductions in gambling severity and related problems.
• Email counseling showed a trend towards greater effectiveness, though differences were not statistically significant.

Impact:

• Web-based and email interventions are effective tools for treating problem gambling.
• Digital mental health solutions can improve accessibility and outcomes for individuals with addiction.
• Findings support the integration of online interventions into standard care for gambling disorder.