Gambling and gambling problems in the province of Mendoza (Argentina): a preliminary descriptive study
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Gambling disorder · Prevention program · Addiction prevention · Adolescence · Online gamblingAbstract
Since the emergence of online gambling, the increase in the incidence and prevalence of gambling disorders has been observed in different countries, as well as changes in the distribution of gambling frequency in different population segments.
The negative consequences of gambling highlight the need for preventive programs appropriate to the characteristics of the population in which they are going to be implemented. Despite not being epidemiological, the purpose of this study is to provide a first approach to the gaming phenomenon in Mendoza in order to adapt the Ludens prevention program.
In the present work, the frequency and differences in involvement in risky gambling and gambling disorder were examined, using the NODS questionnaire, in relation to age, sex and type of gambling. The prevalence indicators replicate similar results to those of other studies, showing higher gaming rates in men and young people.
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