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Pathways of migration from gaming to gambling
Nisha John1, Manoj Kumar Sharma1, Nitin Anand1
1Department of Clinical Psychology, Service for Healthy Use of Technology Clinic, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Industrial Psychiatry Journal
|March 29, 2021
Summary
This study explores the transition from gaming to gambling in young adults. Key pathways identified include personality traits, coping mechanisms, and addiction characteristics, highlighting the need for awareness.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Addiction Studies
Background:
- Gaming and gambling share similar manifestations, yet empirical evidence on the transition pathways from gaming to gambling is limited.
- Understanding the shift from gaming to gambling is crucial for early intervention and prevention strategies.
Observation:
- A clinical interview was conducted with a 23-year-old male from a nuclear family to explore his transition from gaming to gambling.
- The assessment focused on identifying the specific pathways and contributing factors in this shift.
Findings:
- Identified pathways include personality predispositions, maladaptive coping strategies, interpersonal distress, and peer pressure.
- Variable reward anticipation and addiction characteristics such as craving, loss of control, and continued use despite consequences were also significant factors.
- These factors collectively illuminate the complex journey from gaming engagement to gambling behavior.
Implications:
- Findings underscore the necessity of raising awareness among young adults regarding the potential causes of transitioning from gaming to gambling.
- This research provides a foundation for developing targeted prevention and intervention programs for at-risk individuals.
- Further research is warranted to explore these pathways in diverse populations and contexts.
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