Promoting Safer Gambling Through Social Norms and Goal Setting
Author Information
Author(s): Bush-Evans Reece, Arden-Close Emily, Thomas Sarah, McAlaney John, Wang Ruijie, Bolat Elvira, Hodge Sarah, Hamson-Ford Abigail, Phalp Keith
Primary Institution: Bournemouth University
Hypothesis
This study aimed to explore the experiences of low-to-moderate risk gamblers in the EROGamb 2.0 feasibility trial.
Conclusion
The findings support the feasibility and acceptability of social norm and goal setting interventions to reduce gambling behaviour.
Supporting Evidence
- Most participants found the interventions interesting and useful.
- Participants appreciated the study's clear information and efficient processes.
- External factors, such as promotional offers from gambling companies, influenced gambling behaviour.
Takeaway
The study looked at how people who gamble can be helped to gamble more safely by using social norms and setting goals.
Methodology
Participants took part in semi-structured interviews via telephone or audio calls, and the interviews were analysed using Framework Analysis.
Potential Biases
Self-reported data may introduce biases, and the language used in questionnaires could contribute to social stigma.
Limitations
The study focused exclusively on low-to-moderate risk gamblers and was conducted with participants from a single UK-based gambling operator.
Participant Demographics
Participants had a mean age of 56.31 years, were predominantly male (86.1%), and identified as Caucasian (88.9%).
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