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Problem gamblers and non-problem gamblers exhibit similar levels of the gambler's fallacy (GF). While problem gamblers bet more, impulsivity and sensation seeking did not significantly influence GF occurrence in this study.

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  • Behavioral Science
  • Cognitive Science

Background:

  • Cognitive distortions are linked to problem gambling.
  • Few behavioral studies compare problem gamblers (PGs) and non-problem gamblers (N-PGs) regarding cognitive distortions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the gambler's fallacy (GF) in PGs and N-PGs using a fictitious roulette game.
  • To examine if GF influences bet amount and its association with impulsivity and sensation seeking.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized cognitive (probability estimates) and behavioral (outcome choice) indices of GF.
  • Compared 160 PGs and 160 N-PGs (males, aged 18-68) in a quasi-experimental design.

Main Results:

  • Outcome choice was influenced by probability estimates and preference for red.
  • PGs bet more than N-PGs, but GF occurrence was similar between groups.
  • Impulsivity and sensation seeking were higher in PGs but had minimal impact on GF.

Conclusions:

  • The model linking probability estimates, betting choice, and bet amount was supported.
  • The hypothesis that GF is more prevalent in PGs was not corroborated.
  • GF occurrence did not differ significantly between problem and non-problem gamblers.