This report by Paul Delfabbro from the University of Adelaide reviews problem and pathological gambling, examining definitions, theories, measurement issues, and the stability of gambling problems over time.
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Key findings
Problem gambling definitions vary between psychiatric and public health approaches. Measures do not always align with accepted definitions. Longitudinal studies show gambling problems can be unstable over time for many people.
A multidisciplinary approach considering both individual and societal factors is needed to fully understand problem gambling.
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