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Gambling Disorder among Porto's University Students
Nádia Pais Azevedo1, Paulo Santos1,2, Luísa Sá1,2,3
1Department of Community Medicine, Information and Health Decision Sciences (MEDCIDS), Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, 4200-393 Porto, Portugal.
Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)
|September 28, 2023
Summary
Gambling disorder affects nearly 20% of university students in Porto, with higher risks for males and those in specific academic fields. Early detection and prevention programs are crucial for this vulnerable population.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Gambling disorder is a growing concern among young adults, necessitating research for effective support.
- University students represent a key demographic for understanding and addressing gambling disorder prevalence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To characterize the prevalence and risk factors of gambling disorder among university students in Porto.
- To identify specific gambling behaviors and demographic factors associated with gambling disorder in this population.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 1123 university students in Porto.
- Utilized a self-administered online questionnaire, including the South Oaks Gambling Screen questionnaire-Portuguese Version (SOGS-PV).
Main Results:
- 19.7% of students showed signs of potential gambling disorder (16.6% probable pathological gamblers, 3.1% problem gamblers).
- Key risk factors identified include male gender, higher daily gambling amounts, and specific educational areas (personal services, linguistics).
- Factors such as age, COVID-19 pandemic effects, and maternal gambling disorder also influenced risk.
Conclusions:
- A significant proportion of university students in Porto may have gambling disorder, highlighting its importance within the academic community.
- Increased physician awareness and targeted prevention programs are essential for addressing gambling disorder in university students.
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