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Pathological gambling: estimating prevalence and group characteristics.

I Sommers1

  • 1University of Massachusetts, Amherst 01003.

The International Journal of the Addictions
|May 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

This study surveyed adults in Pennsylvania and New Jersey to determine the rate of pathological gambling. Findings highlight the need for better data on compulsive gambling to inform policy and address its adverse effects.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Implementing policies for gambling's adverse effects is hindered by a lack of data on compulsive gamblers.
  • A comprehensive database on gambling participation and its consequences is urgently needed.
  • Understanding the prevalence of pathological gambling is crucial for public health interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the prevalence rate of pathological gambling among adults in a specific geographic area.
  • To contribute data for developing policies aimed at mitigating the negative consequences of gambling.
  • To establish a baseline for future research on gambling behavior and its societal impact.

Main Methods:

  • A scientific community survey was conducted.
  • Behavioral criteria were employed for the identification of pathological gamblers.
  • The study focused on adults residing in a nine-county area of southeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey.

Main Results:

  • The study successfully identified the rate of pathological gambling within the surveyed population.
  • Data was collected on gambling participation and associated consequences.
  • The findings provide a foundation for understanding the scope of pathological gambling in the region.

Conclusions:

  • The study underscores the necessity of accurate data for effective gambling policy development.
  • The identified rate of pathological gambling provides valuable epidemiological information.
  • Further research is recommended to expand the understanding of compulsive gambling and its impact.

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