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Problem Gambling Among Adolescents in Uganda: A Cross-sectional Survey Study
Michael U Anyanwu1, Zsolt Demetrovics2,3, Mark D Griffiths4
1Department of Community Health, Mbarara University of Science and Technology, P.O Box 1410, Mbarara, Uganda.
Journal of Gambling Studies
|April 8, 2023
Summary
Problem gambling is a significant public health issue affecting Ugandan adolescents, with 17.7% of secondary school students exhibiting problem gambling behaviors. Key risk factors include male gender, non-religious beliefs, and peer gambling influences.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Gambling accessibility has increased in Uganda, leading to concerns about problem gambling among adolescents.
- Problem gambling poses risks to personal, academic, and vocational well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To estimate the prevalence of problem gambling.
- To identify associated risk factors among secondary school students in Mbarara Municipality, Uganda.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 921 secondary school students from 12 schools.
- Cluster sampling and ordinal logistic regression were used to analyze data.
Main Results:
- 17.7% of participants were classified as problem gamblers.
- Significant associations found with male gender, non-religious/other religions, employment, proximity to gambling venues, parental/peer gambling, substance use, risky sexual behavior, and psychological distress.
Conclusions:
- A high prevalence of problem gambling exists among Ugandan secondary school students.
- Public health interventions for awareness, prevention, and treatment are crucial for adolescents.
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