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  • Psychology
  • Criminology

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  • Global increase in gambling accessibility poses risks to youth.
  • Youth gambling behavior and harm prevalence are growing concerns.
  • Early gambling initiation may predict future gambling-related harm.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between early gambling initiation and future gambling-related harm.
  • To determine if gambling below the minimum legal age increases the likelihood of problem gambling.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized data from the Study on the Prevalence, Behavior and Characteristics of Gamblers in Spain.
  • Assessed gambling risk using Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) criteria.
  • Employed an ordered probit model for statistical estimation.

Main Results:

  • Starting gambling below the minimum legal age is associated with increased risk of gambling-related harm.
  • Individuals who began gambling early show a higher probability of problem gambling.
  • The findings indicate a significant link between early initiation and adverse gambling outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Initiating gambling at a young age, particularly below the legal age, is a significant risk factor for developing problem gambling.
  • Public health strategies should consider early intervention for young individuals exposed to gambling.
  • Further research is needed to understand the long-term consequences of youth gambling.