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Does gambling differ in people with a minority sexual orientation?
Jon E Grant1, Samuel R Chamberlain2,3
1Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Summary
Lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) individuals show higher risks for problem gambling, suicide, substance use, and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder traits compared to heterosexual individuals. Further research is needed to confirm these findings in clinical populations.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Psychiatry
- Neuropsychology
Background:
- Gambling is a prevalent behavior with significant public health implications.
- Limited research exists on gambling patterns within sexual minority populations.
- Understanding differences in gambling among lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) individuals compared to heterosexual individuals is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate potential differences in gambling behaviors and associated characteristics between LGB and non-LGB individuals.
- To explore the relationship between sexual orientation and problem gambling, mental health, and cognitive function.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 534 young adults (18-29 years) who gambled at least 5 times in the past year were assessed.
- Participants underwent clinical and neurocognitive evaluations.
- LGB individuals were compared to heterosexual individuals on various measures.
Main Results:
- 9.6% of participants identified as LGB.
- LGB individuals reported significantly higher rates of problem gambling.
- Elevated risks for suicide, substance use disorders, obsessive-compulsive personality disorder traits, and cognitive differences were observed in LGB individuals.
Conclusions:
- Individuals with minority sexual orientations may face heightened risks for problem gambling and related issues, including suicidality and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder traits.
- Cognitive differences were noted in LGB individuals, warranting further investigation.
- Future research should focus on clinical samples and large-scale longitudinal studies in diverse populations.
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