Don Feeney: What the Public Thinks (and Why it Matters)
Session 7A
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
Ken Winters. This is Your Brain on Adolescence: A Developmental View of Probl...Horizons RG
Ken Winters. This is Your Brain on Adolescence: A Developmental View of Problem Gambling and Other Addictions
Session 7B
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
J.P. Girard and Sara Marchese - The Gaming Industry: A Strategic Plan for Mit...Horizons RG
J.P. Girard and Sara Marchese - The Gaming Industry: A Strategic Plan for Mitigating Gambling-Related Harm & Enhancing Employee and Workplace Wellness
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 2-4, 2015
Dr. Mark Griffiths: Social Responsibility in Gambling, Marketing and AdvertisingHorizons RG
The document discusses social responsibility in gambling marketing and advertising. It notes that the underlying objective of socially responsible codes of conduct should be to maximize opportunities while minimizing harm. Most operators are now developing socially responsible policies and procedures, and social responsibility is fundamental to the long-term success of the gaming industry. However, gambling advertising is controversial as some research suggests it can normalize gambling behavior and potentially contribute to problem gambling. More research is still needed to fully understand the relationship between advertising and gambling behavior.
This document discusses cultural attitudes towards gambling among Asian Americans and best practices for prevention, intervention, and treatment programs. It provides an overview of cultural factors that promote gambling in Asian cultures as well as barriers to seeking treatment. Examples of culturally competent treatment options are described, including gambling helplines, self-help workbooks, and office-based treatment approaches that take cultural influences into account.
Sally Gainsbury and Keith Whyte. The Next Horizon: Social Casino Games and Re...Horizons RG
Sally Gainsbury and Keith Whyte. The Next Horizon: Social Casino Games and Responsible Gaming
Session 8A
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
1) The document discusses the good, bad, and ugly aspects of social casino gaming. Studies show social casino games can potentially increase gambling behaviors through normalization and perception of skill, but may also decrease urges to gamble for some and promote reverse migration away from gambling.
2) Micro-transactions within social casino games are a strong predictor of migration to real-money gambling. However, social casino games may also provide benefits like reducing urges to gamble through skill-building and social motives.
3) While social casino games influence on gambling is complex, their widespread use by youth and potential to promote problematic behaviors raise regulatory questions around age verification and monetization techniques within the games.
What the public thinks (and why it matters)Horizons RG
What the public thinks (and why it matters)
Don Feeney, Minnesota Lottery
Keith Whyte, National Council of Problem Gambling
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 1-3, 2016
Ken Winters. This is Your Brain on Adolescence: A Developmental View of Probl...Horizons RG
Ken Winters. This is Your Brain on Adolescence: A Developmental View of Problem Gambling and Other Addictions
Session 7B
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
J.P. Girard and Sara Marchese - The Gaming Industry: A Strategic Plan for Mit...Horizons RG
J.P. Girard and Sara Marchese - The Gaming Industry: A Strategic Plan for Mitigating Gambling-Related Harm & Enhancing Employee and Workplace Wellness
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 2-4, 2015
Dr. Mark Griffiths: Social Responsibility in Gambling, Marketing and AdvertisingHorizons RG
The document discusses social responsibility in gambling marketing and advertising. It notes that the underlying objective of socially responsible codes of conduct should be to maximize opportunities while minimizing harm. Most operators are now developing socially responsible policies and procedures, and social responsibility is fundamental to the long-term success of the gaming industry. However, gambling advertising is controversial as some research suggests it can normalize gambling behavior and potentially contribute to problem gambling. More research is still needed to fully understand the relationship between advertising and gambling behavior.
This document discusses cultural attitudes towards gambling among Asian Americans and best practices for prevention, intervention, and treatment programs. It provides an overview of cultural factors that promote gambling in Asian cultures as well as barriers to seeking treatment. Examples of culturally competent treatment options are described, including gambling helplines, self-help workbooks, and office-based treatment approaches that take cultural influences into account.
Sally Gainsbury and Keith Whyte. The Next Horizon: Social Casino Games and Re...Horizons RG
Sally Gainsbury and Keith Whyte. The Next Horizon: Social Casino Games and Responsible Gaming
Session 8A
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
1) The document discusses the good, bad, and ugly aspects of social casino gaming. Studies show social casino games can potentially increase gambling behaviors through normalization and perception of skill, but may also decrease urges to gamble for some and promote reverse migration away from gambling.
2) Micro-transactions within social casino games are a strong predictor of migration to real-money gambling. However, social casino games may also provide benefits like reducing urges to gamble through skill-building and social motives.
3) While social casino games influence on gambling is complex, their widespread use by youth and potential to promote problematic behaviors raise regulatory questions around age verification and monetization techniques within the games.
What the public thinks (and why it matters)Horizons RG
What the public thinks (and why it matters)
Don Feeney, Minnesota Lottery
Keith Whyte, National Council of Problem Gambling
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 1-3, 2016
David Bird. Interweaving Culture into Responsible GamingHorizons RG
David Bird. Interweaving Culture into Responsible Gaming
Session 2A
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
Thomas Nilsson - Treatment Online, Does it work?Horizons RG
Thomas Nilsson's presentation on "Treatment Online. Does it Work for Problem Gamblers?" Part of a joint-presentation with Dr. Richard Wood. Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling conference. January 28-30, 2013 in Vancouver, BC.
Dr. Sally Gainsbury: Overcoming the Stigma of Problem GamblingHorizons RG
Dr. Sally Gainsbury presented on overcoming the stigma of problem gambling. She defined stigma as a social process that discredits and devalues individuals. There are two main types of stigma - public stigma formed by society and felt stigma which is internalized. Stigma has negative consequences like discrimination, avoidance of help-seeking, and disrupted relationships. It is a significant barrier to problem gamblers seeking treatment due to fear of judgment and shame. Addressing stigma through empowering gamblers, educating professionals, and reducing stereotypes can help reduce its negative impacts and improve treatment outcomes.
Daily fantasy sports wagering involves participants selecting players and accumulating points based on their real-life statistical performances over short-term periods like a week or day. While proponents argue it takes skill rather than chance, others believe it resembles sports betting. There is some empirical evidence that fantasy sports participation, especially when money is involved, is associated with increased risk of problem gambling behaviors among college students and adolescents. Overall the legal status of daily fantasy sports remains unclear and debated.
Dr. Irwin Cohen and Jennifer Keim: Voluntary Self-Exclusion: BC Longitudinal ...Horizons RG
The document summarizes findings from two studies on British Columbia's voluntary self-exclusion program. It provides statistics on participant demographics and gambling behaviors at enrollment and 6 months post-enrollment. At the 6-month follow-up, 60% had gambled in some form besides lotto, with 23% attempting to re-enter casinos and 15% violating their exclusion by successfully re-entering. Violators were more likely to be single or common-law and have higher gambling severity scores. Non-violators were more likely to be married. The document recommends further analysis and continuing the study to enhance the self-exclusion program.
The document discusses research on online gambling behavior. It summarizes previous research that used daily aggregates from online gambling data to identify behavioral markers of risky gambling. It then describes current research analyzing behavioral data from PlayNow, British Columbia's online gambling platform. This research examines behavioral indicators like chasing losses by increasing bet sizes. It finds some players exhibit chasing behaviors more frequently than others. The presentation outlines challenges in identifying at-risk players and areas for further research, such as predictive modeling and analyzing speed of betting.
Dr. Richard Wood - Stories of Hope: How Personal Accounts of Recovery can Inf...Horizons RG
This document summarizes key themes from 20 personal stories of recovery from problem gambling. It identifies common pathways into problem gambling like social and family factors, psychological issues, and specific triggering events. Barriers to recovery included social isolation, low self-esteem, lack of authenticity, financial issues, and triggers. Facilitators of recovery were realizing one is not alone in struggling with gambling problems, accepting oneself, gaining control over gambling, and building social support networks. The document suggests responsible gambling initiatives could help by raising awareness of problem gambling and recovery stories, limiting youth access and restricting cash/credit access, providing support resources, and promoting self-exclusion options.
Jeff French: How to Design and Deliver Social Programs that Influence Behaviour Horizons RG
Jeff French: How to Design and Deliver Social Programs that Influence Behaviour
Keynote Session
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
The document discusses research conducted on National Lottery players in the UK. It found that players are primarily motivated to play by the chance to win a big jackpot, though they have a "bounded hope" of actually winning. Players feel they have enough information to play as long as they know how to play and what the prizes are, even if they do not fully understand the odds. Recent changes to the National Lottery disrupted this norm and caused some distrust among more engaged players. To promote informed decision making, operators should provide easy access to key information where players naturally engage, empower unhappy habitual players to stop playing, and maintain trust through transparency when making changes.
Michael Wohl: When is Play-For-Fun Just Fun? Identifying Factors That Predict...Horizons RG
Michael Wohl: When is Play-For-Fun Just Fun? Identifying Factors That Predict Migration from Social Networking Gaming to Internet Gambling
Session 3A
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
This document summarizes research on gambling behaviors and risks among gaming workers in British Columbia. Key findings include:
- Gaming workers have higher rates of gambling and problem gambling than the general public.
- Protective workplace factors like policies, training, and responsible gambling advisors can help lower risks, but have less impact on moderate and high-risk workers.
- Risk factors include frequent exposure to gambling at work and encouragement from colleagues.
- The BCLC is taking actions like enhancing training, developing new resources, updating policies, and conducting further research to better support gaming workers.
Sally Gainsbury and David Aro. Dynamic Warning Messages for Electronic Gaming...Horizons RG
Sally Gainsbury and David Aro. Dynamic Warning Messages for Electronic Gaming Machines: A Live Trial to Inform Australian Gambling Reforms
Session 4A
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
The document discusses a study on the impact of social media marketing by gambling companies. It found that while only a minority of users notice or engage with gambling content on social media, it can increase gambling behavior, particularly for at-risk groups like males, younger people and problem gamblers. The document calls for regulation to address issues like targeting, volume and responsible gambling messaging on social media, and considers challenges in regulating offshore and user-generated content.
This document discusses research conducted by BCLC to better understand players' perspectives on responsible gambling. It shares insights from focus groups on BCLC's GameSense responsible gambling brand and segments players based on their responsible gambling behaviors and attitudes. The segmentation identified five player types ranging from those who are highly involved in gambling but acknowledge responsible gambling to those with low gambling exposure and involvement. The research aims to help BCLC integrate responsible gambling insights into its business strategy and further its player understanding.
Marketing pre-commitment tools: An Ontario case study Horizons RG
Marketing pre-commitment tools: an Ontario case study
Michael Hearne, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation
Paul Pellizzari, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 1-3, 2016
Financial literacy for lottery players - Indiana case study Horizons RG
Financial literacy for lottery players - Indiana case study
Katie Carlson, Hoosier Lottery
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 1-3, 2016
- The document discusses evaluating responsible gambling programs and initiatives. It provides an overview of the Reno model for developing responsible gambling strategies using scientific principles and evaluation. It also summarizes research on various responsible gambling tools and programs, finding limited but promising evidence. Evaluation of initiatives like GameSense at Plainridge Park Casino in Massachusetts is discussed as important to understanding responsible gambling impacts.
Findings on the B.C. Lottery Corporation (BCLC) voluntary self-exclusion programHorizons RG
Findings on the B.C. Lottery Corporation (BCLC) voluntary self-exclusion program
Dr. Amanda McCormick, University of the Fraser Valley
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 1-3, 2016
Dr. Mark Griffiths - Social Responsibility Tools in GamblingHorizons RG
Dr. Mark Griffiths' presentation on "Technological Trends, Behavioural Tracking, Social Media and Implications for Social Responsibility Tools in Gambling". Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling conference. January 28-30, 2013 in Vancouver, BC.
Measuring the effectiveness of responsible gambling strategy: Introducing the...Horizons RG
The document introduces the Positive Play Index (PPI), a tool developed to measure the effectiveness of responsible gambling strategies. It discusses defining positive play based on literature and expert feedback. An initial PPI survey with behavior and belief items was administered to over 1,500 players in British Columbia. Factor analysis identified several subscales measuring absence of negative behaviors, presence of precommitment behaviors, personal responsibility beliefs, informed decision making, and positive behavioral intentions. The PPI shows potential to measure levels of responsible gambling across different player segments and identify strengths and weaknesses to optimize responsible gambling strategies. Further testing and applications of the PPI are suggested.
Dr. Richard Wood & Miss Laura Da Silva - Understanding Positive PlayHorizons RG
Richard Wood & Miss Laura Da Silva's presentation "Understanding Positive Play: An Exploration of non-Problematic Playing Experiences and Practices". Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling conference, January 28-30, 2013 in Vancouver, BC.
Dr. Robert Ladouceur - Self-Exclusion and the CourtHorizons RG
Robert Ladouceur's presentation "Self-Exclusion and the Court: Recent Developments and their Implications for Responsible Gambling". Part of a panel discussion at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling conference, January 28-30, 2013 in Vancouver, BC.
David Bird. Interweaving Culture into Responsible GamingHorizons RG
David Bird. Interweaving Culture into Responsible Gaming
Session 2A
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
Thomas Nilsson - Treatment Online, Does it work?Horizons RG
Thomas Nilsson's presentation on "Treatment Online. Does it Work for Problem Gamblers?" Part of a joint-presentation with Dr. Richard Wood. Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling conference. January 28-30, 2013 in Vancouver, BC.
Dr. Sally Gainsbury: Overcoming the Stigma of Problem GamblingHorizons RG
Dr. Sally Gainsbury presented on overcoming the stigma of problem gambling. She defined stigma as a social process that discredits and devalues individuals. There are two main types of stigma - public stigma formed by society and felt stigma which is internalized. Stigma has negative consequences like discrimination, avoidance of help-seeking, and disrupted relationships. It is a significant barrier to problem gamblers seeking treatment due to fear of judgment and shame. Addressing stigma through empowering gamblers, educating professionals, and reducing stereotypes can help reduce its negative impacts and improve treatment outcomes.
Daily fantasy sports wagering involves participants selecting players and accumulating points based on their real-life statistical performances over short-term periods like a week or day. While proponents argue it takes skill rather than chance, others believe it resembles sports betting. There is some empirical evidence that fantasy sports participation, especially when money is involved, is associated with increased risk of problem gambling behaviors among college students and adolescents. Overall the legal status of daily fantasy sports remains unclear and debated.
Dr. Irwin Cohen and Jennifer Keim: Voluntary Self-Exclusion: BC Longitudinal ...Horizons RG
The document summarizes findings from two studies on British Columbia's voluntary self-exclusion program. It provides statistics on participant demographics and gambling behaviors at enrollment and 6 months post-enrollment. At the 6-month follow-up, 60% had gambled in some form besides lotto, with 23% attempting to re-enter casinos and 15% violating their exclusion by successfully re-entering. Violators were more likely to be single or common-law and have higher gambling severity scores. Non-violators were more likely to be married. The document recommends further analysis and continuing the study to enhance the self-exclusion program.
The document discusses research on online gambling behavior. It summarizes previous research that used daily aggregates from online gambling data to identify behavioral markers of risky gambling. It then describes current research analyzing behavioral data from PlayNow, British Columbia's online gambling platform. This research examines behavioral indicators like chasing losses by increasing bet sizes. It finds some players exhibit chasing behaviors more frequently than others. The presentation outlines challenges in identifying at-risk players and areas for further research, such as predictive modeling and analyzing speed of betting.
Dr. Richard Wood - Stories of Hope: How Personal Accounts of Recovery can Inf...Horizons RG
This document summarizes key themes from 20 personal stories of recovery from problem gambling. It identifies common pathways into problem gambling like social and family factors, psychological issues, and specific triggering events. Barriers to recovery included social isolation, low self-esteem, lack of authenticity, financial issues, and triggers. Facilitators of recovery were realizing one is not alone in struggling with gambling problems, accepting oneself, gaining control over gambling, and building social support networks. The document suggests responsible gambling initiatives could help by raising awareness of problem gambling and recovery stories, limiting youth access and restricting cash/credit access, providing support resources, and promoting self-exclusion options.
Jeff French: How to Design and Deliver Social Programs that Influence Behaviour Horizons RG
Jeff French: How to Design and Deliver Social Programs that Influence Behaviour
Keynote Session
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
The document discusses research conducted on National Lottery players in the UK. It found that players are primarily motivated to play by the chance to win a big jackpot, though they have a "bounded hope" of actually winning. Players feel they have enough information to play as long as they know how to play and what the prizes are, even if they do not fully understand the odds. Recent changes to the National Lottery disrupted this norm and caused some distrust among more engaged players. To promote informed decision making, operators should provide easy access to key information where players naturally engage, empower unhappy habitual players to stop playing, and maintain trust through transparency when making changes.
Michael Wohl: When is Play-For-Fun Just Fun? Identifying Factors That Predict...Horizons RG
Michael Wohl: When is Play-For-Fun Just Fun? Identifying Factors That Predict Migration from Social Networking Gaming to Internet Gambling
Session 3A
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
This document summarizes research on gambling behaviors and risks among gaming workers in British Columbia. Key findings include:
- Gaming workers have higher rates of gambling and problem gambling than the general public.
- Protective workplace factors like policies, training, and responsible gambling advisors can help lower risks, but have less impact on moderate and high-risk workers.
- Risk factors include frequent exposure to gambling at work and encouragement from colleagues.
- The BCLC is taking actions like enhancing training, developing new resources, updating policies, and conducting further research to better support gaming workers.
Sally Gainsbury and David Aro. Dynamic Warning Messages for Electronic Gaming...Horizons RG
Sally Gainsbury and David Aro. Dynamic Warning Messages for Electronic Gaming Machines: A Live Trial to Inform Australian Gambling Reforms
Session 4A
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
The document discusses a study on the impact of social media marketing by gambling companies. It found that while only a minority of users notice or engage with gambling content on social media, it can increase gambling behavior, particularly for at-risk groups like males, younger people and problem gamblers. The document calls for regulation to address issues like targeting, volume and responsible gambling messaging on social media, and considers challenges in regulating offshore and user-generated content.
This document discusses research conducted by BCLC to better understand players' perspectives on responsible gambling. It shares insights from focus groups on BCLC's GameSense responsible gambling brand and segments players based on their responsible gambling behaviors and attitudes. The segmentation identified five player types ranging from those who are highly involved in gambling but acknowledge responsible gambling to those with low gambling exposure and involvement. The research aims to help BCLC integrate responsible gambling insights into its business strategy and further its player understanding.
Marketing pre-commitment tools: An Ontario case study Horizons RG
Marketing pre-commitment tools: an Ontario case study
Michael Hearne, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation
Paul Pellizzari, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 1-3, 2016
Financial literacy for lottery players - Indiana case study Horizons RG
Financial literacy for lottery players - Indiana case study
Katie Carlson, Hoosier Lottery
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 1-3, 2016
- The document discusses evaluating responsible gambling programs and initiatives. It provides an overview of the Reno model for developing responsible gambling strategies using scientific principles and evaluation. It also summarizes research on various responsible gambling tools and programs, finding limited but promising evidence. Evaluation of initiatives like GameSense at Plainridge Park Casino in Massachusetts is discussed as important to understanding responsible gambling impacts.
Findings on the B.C. Lottery Corporation (BCLC) voluntary self-exclusion programHorizons RG
Findings on the B.C. Lottery Corporation (BCLC) voluntary self-exclusion program
Dr. Amanda McCormick, University of the Fraser Valley
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 1-3, 2016
Dr. Mark Griffiths - Social Responsibility Tools in GamblingHorizons RG
Dr. Mark Griffiths' presentation on "Technological Trends, Behavioural Tracking, Social Media and Implications for Social Responsibility Tools in Gambling". Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling conference. January 28-30, 2013 in Vancouver, BC.
Measuring the effectiveness of responsible gambling strategy: Introducing the...Horizons RG
The document introduces the Positive Play Index (PPI), a tool developed to measure the effectiveness of responsible gambling strategies. It discusses defining positive play based on literature and expert feedback. An initial PPI survey with behavior and belief items was administered to over 1,500 players in British Columbia. Factor analysis identified several subscales measuring absence of negative behaviors, presence of precommitment behaviors, personal responsibility beliefs, informed decision making, and positive behavioral intentions. The PPI shows potential to measure levels of responsible gambling across different player segments and identify strengths and weaknesses to optimize responsible gambling strategies. Further testing and applications of the PPI are suggested.
Dr. Richard Wood & Miss Laura Da Silva - Understanding Positive PlayHorizons RG
Richard Wood & Miss Laura Da Silva's presentation "Understanding Positive Play: An Exploration of non-Problematic Playing Experiences and Practices". Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling conference, January 28-30, 2013 in Vancouver, BC.
Dr. Robert Ladouceur - Self-Exclusion and the CourtHorizons RG
Robert Ladouceur's presentation "Self-Exclusion and the Court: Recent Developments and their Implications for Responsible Gambling". Part of a panel discussion at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling conference, January 28-30, 2013 in Vancouver, BC.
Cheryl Currie: Refocusing our Efforts to Promote Responsible Gambling: The Im...Horizons RG
Cheryl Currie: Refocusing our Efforts to Promote Responsible Gambling: The Importance of a Public Health Lens
Session 4B
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, January 27-29, 2014
Amanda Ward. Host Responsibility at SKYCITY AucklandHorizons RG
Ms. Amanda Ward presented on host responsibility at SKYCITY Auckland. SKYCITY owns and operates multiple casino properties throughout New Zealand and Australia. At SKYCITY Auckland, they have over 3,500 staff and focus on preventing gambling harm through their host responsibility program, which includes staff training on identifying problem gambling indicators, offering self-exclusion to customers, and referring customers to counseling services. Through prevention efforts like accurate reporting of customer observations and timely intervention, SKYCITY aims to create a safer gambling environment for both customers and employees.
Dr. Bo Berhard - Responsible Gambling Around the WorldHorizons RG
Dr. Bo Bernard's presentation "Responsible Gambling Around the World: A Global Scan" Presented at New Horizons in Responsible Gambling conference. January 28-30, 2013 in Vancouver BC.
Identifying Harm Among Machine Players: Findings from a Multi-Component Resea...Horizons RG
Heather Wardle and David Excell: Identifying Harm Among Machine Players: Findings from a Multi-Component Research Study
Joint Session Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 2-4, 2015
Claudia Steinke: Impact of Casino DesignHorizons RG
Claudia Steinke presented on her research studying the elements and impacts of casino design. She began with an introduction that outlined her background and interests in areas like health care management, organization theory, and architecture. She then discussed her research framework that uses Donabedian's structure-process-outcome model to evaluate casino design elements and their impacts. Some key findings from her literature review included evidence that color schemes, lighting, music, layout, size and crowding can influence gambling behaviors and intentions. She emphasized the need for further research and a theoretical framework to guide responsible gambling venue design.
Dr. Terri-Lynn MacKay and Dr. Lisa Petermann - Knowledge Translation in Gambl...Horizons RG
This document summarizes a presentation on knowledge translation in gambling research. It discusses key concepts in knowledge translation including integration, synthesis, dissemination and exchange of research. It provides examples of how an RG training program for casino employees and a study of a treatment protocol examine knowledge translation. Barriers and facilitators to knowledge translation in gambling are identified such as consensus building, collaboration, and tools/tactics. The document acknowledges contributions from organizations supporting gambling research and knowledge translation.
eSports: The rise of competitive video gamingHorizons RG
Joint Session:
eSports: The rise of competitive video gaming
Dr. Brett Abarbanel, University of California, Los Angeles
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 1-3, 2016
Joint Session - Dr. Sally Gainsbury, Ken Winters, and Alfonso FernandezHorizons RG
Joint Session: Dr. Sally Gainsbury - Time to get off the Couch? Alternative Treatments for Problem Gambling
Ken Winters - SBIRT to Address Problem Gambling
Alfonso Fernandez - ControlGam: An Innovative Virtual Therapy Tool
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 2-4, 2015
Natalia matulewicz Creating user personas to give a human face to big dataHorizons RG
Natalia matulewicz Creating user personas to give a human face to big data
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference February 2-4, 2015
Dr. Kahlil Philander and Dr. Bo Bernhard - From Untegrated to Integrated to O...Horizons RG
Dr. Kahlil Philander and Dr. Bo Bernhard - From Untegrated to Integrated to Outegrated: Gaming's Social Impacts in a Changing Business Model
Presented at the New Horizons in Responsible Gambling Conference in Vancouver, February 2-4, 2015
I. Gambling is defined as risking something of value on an event with an uncertain outcome decided by chance. Common forms include casinos, lotteries, and sports betting.
II. While most gamble recreationally, around 1 in 20 adults have a gambling disorder. Risk factors include a family history of addiction and an inability to cope with stress. The elderly are especially vulnerable due to factors like loneliness and a lack of alternative activities.
III. Prevention strategies focus on providing stimulating alternatives to gambling and reducing the stigma around seeking help for gambling addiction. Treatment options include counseling, support groups, and addressing any underlying trauma or mental health issues.
The document discusses problem gambling in Oregon. It notes that Oregon has more legalized forms of gambling and easier access to gambling than most other states. It also summarizes that over 74,000 Oregon adults and between 1,100 to 6,300 adolescents have severe gambling problems. The document provides information on indicators of problem gambling, comparisons to substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, irrational beliefs of gamblers, screening and treatment resources available in Oregon.
This document provides an overview of responsible and problem gambling training for casino employees. It begins with an introduction to the New York Council on Problem Gambling and their role in advocating for problem gambling support. It then covers various types of gambling opportunities, the concepts of chance and randomness, the link between misunderstanding chance and excessive gambling, and the different types of gamblers from social to pathological. The document also discusses problem gambling, its criteria and phases, impacts on individuals and communities, and risk factors for different populations. Finally, it outlines the components of a responsible gambling program for casinos, including policies, self-exclusion, messaging, assisting patrons, restricting access to money, and identifying warning signs.
Gambling use disorder process addictionsdrleighholman
This document discusses compulsive gambling and problem gambling. It defines compulsive gambling as gambling behavior that violates one's intentions to limit gambling. Problem gambling is defined as gambling behavior that causes disruptions in major life areas or is associated with impaired functioning. Many of the same symptoms are seen in compulsive gambling as in substance use disorders, including denial of the problem, disruption of families, loss of control, and lying. Screening tools and assessments for problem gambling are also discussed.
The research report Presentation addresses the stigma related to the mental health in our society. This study was intended to increase understanding of peoples’ views of mental illness by developing and administering measures of knowledge and attitudes of people toward mental illnesses.
The research conducted through questionnaires regarding the mental health stigma is reviewed and analyzed that indicates that the majority of the general public holds negative stereotypes towards people with psychological problems.
Hence, a model has been proposed to illustrate what are the peoples’ attitudes towards and knowledge about the mental health, why is it a taboo to talk about this topic, how can this stigma prevent the people from getting help for the psychological difficulties and solutions for reducing and dealing with the mental health stigma are discussed.
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Causes of teenagers sucide in bangladeshAhsAn AunTu
Teenage suicide is a leading cause of death worldwide, particularly among those aged 15-24. Suicide rates are higher among females than males. Common risk factors for teen suicide include depression, substance abuse, family history of mental illness, physical or sexual abuse, stress, and feelings of hopelessness. Warning signs can include changes in behavior, sleep, interests and talk of suicide. Prevention efforts should encourage communication, ensure access to mental healthcare, and remove means of self-harm.
The document provides information and guidance for counselors to support clients in making changes to their gambling behaviors and decreasing risks, including discussing what constitutes gambling, types of gamblers, risk factors, seeking support, harm reduction strategies, and the problem gambling services offered by Homewood Community Addiction Services including assessment, counseling, education, support groups, and outpatient treatment programs.
Problem Gambling: Key Issues for Behavioral Health ProvidersJulie Hynes
This document provides an overview of key considerations for behavioral health providers regarding gambling. It defines gambling disorder according to the DSM-5, discusses prevalence rates and at-risk populations. It explores connections between gambling disorder and mental health/substance use conditions. The document outlines typical phases of problem gambling and how gambling activates the brain's reward system similarly to drugs. It provides details about gambling treatment options in Oregon including outpatient and residential programs.
Slides for "Problem Gambling: Hidden Addiction" class on 11/17/10 - Julie Hynes. University of Oregon Substance Abuse Prevention Program course on Addictive Behaviors with George Baskerville.
Mental Health: Myths, Stigmas, and Public Policyprofessorgoff
This document summarizes key topics around the stigma of mental illness:
1. It discusses how stigma impacts those with mental illness and their families, exploring case studies of individuals like Frank and the feelings of having a mentally ill family member.
2. It examines myths around mental illness and violence, noting that only 7% of the untreated mentally ill are actually violent.
3. It raises important policy issues around who pays for treatment and housing of the mentally ill, noting many end up in prisons instead of receiving proper care.
This document provides an agenda and overview of key topics regarding mental illness in America. It begins with logistical items for an upcoming class discussion on mental illness. It then covers facts about the prevalence of mental illness, common types of mental illnesses, stigma and stereotypes associated with mental illness, the role of the media and public policy issues surrounding treatment and housing for those with mental illness. Causes, specific conditions like schizophrenia, the link between mental illness and suicide/incarceration are also addressed. The class will have a future deliberation on mental health public policy options.
This document discusses suicide awareness and prevention. It covers signs and symptoms of suicide like losing interest in activities or giving away possessions. Risk factors include family history of suicide, chronic illnesses, substance abuse and psychiatric disorders. Statistics show that most people communicate their suicidal intentions and that while more men die by suicide, women attempt it more. The document provides advice on what to do if someone shows signs of suicidal thoughts, like asking them directly but in a caring way, removing means of suicide, and seeking help through hotlines or support groups.
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4. What the Public Thinks About
Problem Gambling
(and Why It Matters)
Don Feeney
Research and Planning Director
Minnesota State Lottery
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9. What do we need to know?
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How does the public perceive addiction?
Do they stigmatize addiction?
Do they recognize gambling addiction?
Do they understand the causes?
Do they understand the solutions?
Do they know where to go for help?
Do they know preventative factors?
What are they willing to do?
What messages are credible and appealing?
10. Data Sources
• Ipsos Reid US Express Omnibus Survey
– + U.S adults
– Internet sample
– June 25-30, 2009, September 2011, June 2012, May 2013
• Ipsos Reid Survey
– Telephone sample
– 1000 U.S. adults
– June, 2008
• Minnesota gambling surveys
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2000+ Minnesota adults
Telephone sample
Taken 2003 through 2010
Taken by St. Cloud State University
• Minnesota interviews/focus groups
– Fall, 2011
12. “…Compulsive gambling is an addiction
just like addiction to drugs or alcohol”
Neutral
15%
Disagree
13%
Agree
72%
0%
20%
40%
60%
Source: Ipsos 9/11 survey of 1009 US adults
80%
13. What are the signs of a gambling
problem?
Unexplained absences
Talks about gambling
Borrows money
Neglects family
Spends all they have
Emotional difficulties
Preoccupation
Gambles all the time
Financial troubles
0%
20%
40%
% of Ontario adults
60%
Source: Turner et al (2005)
14. “What percentage of Minnesota
adults have a gambling addiction?”
35%
30%
25%
20%
15%
10%
5%
0%
31%
21%
18%
14%
13%
4%
1% or less
2%-5%
6%-10%
11%-20%
More than 20%on't know
D
Source: SCSU 4/04
16. Would you feel ashamed or embarrassed if
a family member had …
Used a wheelchair 2%
4% 6%
Mental Illness 4%
12%
7
5 or 6
16%
Alcohol addiction
17%
27%
Gambling addiction
16%
29%
Drug addiction
24%
Sex addiction
25%
44%
45%
27%
29%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
% of adults answering 5, 6, or 7 on a
1 (not ashamed) to 7 (extremely ashamed) scale
51%
54%
60%
Source: 2009 Voice of America Survey
17. More likely to develop gambling addiction
Men
55%
Women
34%
High School
29%
Seniors
28%
Poor
45%
Minorities
People like me
34%
12%
Source: 2009 Voices of America Survey
18. Less likely to develop gambling addiction
Men
5%
Women
16%
High School
26%
Seniors
Poor
Minorities
People like me
25%
8%
12%
43%
Source: 2009 Voices of America Survey
20. Would you say that addiction to
gambling is primarily …?
47%
32%
15%
6%
A personal or
moral weakness
A medical
problem
Both
Source: IPSOS 9/11
Something else
21. How likely is this to cause a
gambling addiction?
Percent saying “very likely” or “somewhat likely”
81%
Having an addictive personality
Not having enough willpower
73%
Being around people who gamble a lot
73%
Parent or family member who gambles
72%
51%
Moral weakness
Traumatic event in someone's life
Person's genetics or other medical problem
42%
38%
Source: Ipsos US Express Omnibus, May 2013
22. “Controlling compulsive gambling is
mostly a matter of willpower”
55%
Agree
Disagree
23%
Neutral
21%
0%
10%
20%
30%
Source: Ipsos-Reid 2012
40%
50%
60%
24. How successful is this as a solution
to a gambling addiction?
Percent saying “very successful” or “somewhat
81%
79%
79%
75%
68%
Participation in Gambler's Anonymous
Counseling with someone in recovery
Support from family
Treatment by a trained professional
Abstinence from gambling
55%
46%
44%
43%
Limiting their access to money
Counseling with a religious leader
Education about gambling, such as…
Talking to a financial counselor
Medication
32%
Source: Ipsos US Express Omnibus, May 2013
25. “…The majority of people who receive
treatment for compulsive gambling achieve
life-long recovery”
Agree
31%
Disagree
29%
Neutral
40%
0%
10%
20%
Source: Ipsos Reid 2012
30%
40%
50%
26. “When you hear the word „recovery,‟ as in „this person
is in recovery from a gambling addiction,‟ what does it
mean to you?”
Don't know
4%
Trying to stop
Has gambling under control
No longer gambles
54%
23%
19%
Source: Ipsos-Reid 2012
28. “If a friend or family member approached me
with a gambling problem, I am confident I
would know where to get them help”
Agree
37%
43%
Disagree
Neutral
20%
Source: Ipsos 2011
29. What would you do?
Refer to GA
Urge self-control
Call help line
Talk to them
Clergy
Physician
Gambling program
Internet
Nothing
Friend or relative
Mental health clinic
Other
Intervention
Don't know
Source: SCSU 2/06
24%
22%
19%
10%
9%
8%
5%
5%
5%
4%
3%
3%
1%
13%
30. “…Services to treat compulsive gambling
are available in my community”
Agree
42%
Disagree
26%
Neutral
32%
Source: Ipsos Reid 2012
31. “…Services to treat compulsive gambling
are available in my community”
55%
Agree
35%
Gamblers
Non-gamblers
11%
Disagree
20%
34%
Don't know
45%
0%
10%
Source: SCSU 2/09
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
32. Who would you turn to if you or a
friend had a gambling problem?
Parent
68%
Internet
22%
Teacher
21%
School counselor
17%
Help line
17%
Friends
11%
Other
4%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
Source: 4/08 MN DHS survey of 121 10th graders
34. What should we call it?
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Compulsive gambling
Gambling addiction
Weak willed gambling
Treatable addiction
Problem gambling
Moral weakness
Lifestyle choice
35. What terms describe the condition?
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Compulsive gambling
Gambling addiction
Weak willed gambling
Treatable addiction
Problem gambling
Moral weakness
Lifestyle choice
36. What is the best term?
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Compulsive gambling
Gambling addiction
Weak willed gambling
Treatable addiction
Problem gambling
Moral weakness
Lifestyle choice
37. “Compulsive gambling is not
serious, and it’s a lifestyle
choice. It’s like going to the bar
and enjoying pulltabs and beers
several times a week. It
becomes a problem when the
player has to hit the ATM too
often.”
38.
39. Consensus opinion
• Starts as a lifestyle choice
• Becomes uncontrollable due to financial
losses or pleasure of win
• Ultimately becomes an addiction
• This addiction is treatable
40. Key Findings
• Opinions are poorly formed and weakly held
(mostly)
• Problem gambling is accepted as a serious
issue
• But it is often seen as a moral weakness
• It is commonly stigmatized
• It happens to “other” people
• The public is skeptical about treatment
effectiveness
41. Key messages
• Problem gambling can affect
anyone, regardless of age or social/ethnic
class
• Problem gambling is not a moral
weakness. It is a medical condition.
• Problem gambling is preventable
• Treatment is available
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57. Key messages
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3.
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Gambling addiction is a serious problem with serious consequences.
Thousands of people suffer from this addiction, which can lead to
devastating financial problems, neglect of family and work, criminal
activity, and even suicide. Many more suffer as the result of the gambling
of a loved one.
Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and services are available in
your community. While recovery takes time, patience, and
support, people suffering from this condition are able to reclaim their lives.
Problem gamblers are young, old, male, female, rich, poor and come from
every ethnic background. They are not simply morally weak, and are not
bad people. They are good people with a bad problem.
Breaking the cycle of gambling addiction is critical to a healthy society. It
is far less costly for society to treat gambling addictions than to deal with
the consequences of leaving the addiction untreated.
58. Key messages
1.
2.
3.
4.
Gambling addiction is a serious problem with serious consequences.
Thousands of people suffer from this addiction, which can lead to
devastating financial problems, neglect of family and work, criminal
activity, and even suicide. Many more suffer as the result of the gambling
of a loved one.
Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and services are available in
your community. While recovery takes time, patience, and
support, people suffering from this condition are able to reclaim their lives.
Problem gamblers are young, old, male, female, rich, poor and come from
every ethnic background. They are not simply morally weak, and are not
bad people. They are good people with a bad problem.
Breaking the cycle of gambling addiction is critical to a healthy society. It
is far less costly for society to treat gambling addictions than to deal with
the consequences of leaving the addiction untreated.
61. 1. The information presented was useful to me
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree
62. 2. The information presented was clear and organized
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree
63. 3. I would recommend this session to a friend/colleague
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree
64. 4. I learned something new
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree
65. 5. The presenter(s) was/were engaging
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Strongly agree
Somewhat agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Somewhat disagree
Strongly disagree
66. 6. Please rate this session overall
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Very good
Good
Average
Poor
Very poor
Editor's Notes
And “someone else”
Note that these don’t necessarily have “right” answersPollster’s truism: Don’t underestimate public’s intelligence, but don’t overestimate their knowledgeOpinion: direction vs depth
Do they think of addictions as having common ground?
Paul Lauzon suggests that one reason is people saying “it can’t happen to people like me – I have willpower”
No demographic differences
We asked people if they knew where to get help. About a third think they would. Strongly agree only 12%. But do they actually know?
Services may or may not actually be available. Southerners least likely to endorse
You will notice that “pathological gambling” and “gambling disorder” didn’t come up
Note that all terms are two words, not like “alcoholism” or “depression”
Preference was strongest for men – women were also comfortable with compulsive gambling. Why not problem gambling? Trivial.Most participants were persuadable – they were pretty quick to abandon their biases
But not all – some were adamant about moral weakness and could not be persuaded otherwise.
T-shirt slogan – it’s easy to trivialize
But a few hold onto the belief that you could quit with enough mental disciplineBut awareness is low, compared to alcohol or drugs. Participants took a long time to formulate opinions, and were mostly easily changed.You need some degree of awareness for persuasive messaging to be effective
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Which one do you like best?Which do you think the group participants liked best?It was a clear choice
Heavy, dark, emotional. No call to action. No hope. Some questioned numbers and discounted messageLeast effective message. Something you’d hear in health class, or that “your grandma would tell you” – lecturing. Some people are bad. Insulting, irritatingNo rational or emotional appeal. Particularly poorly rated by men. “Good luck with that, buddy”Play radio ad
Most of you will not be developing TV spots, but same principles hold for any communication. Press, physician, community group, maybe even one on one. Benoit Denizet-Lewis – America Anonymous (Read from book)We change one person at a time with one story at a time. It’s up to you.