A study on gambling behavior in Türkiye: Perceptions, attitudes, thoughts, and behaviors toward gambling
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Tarih
2024
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AVES
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info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess
Özet
Background: The aim of this quantitative study conducted with 5008 individuals aged 15 and above in 12 provinces across Turkey was to determine the prevalence and significant variables of gambling behavior in our country and to examine the gambling behaviors, perceptions, thoughts, and attitudes of this population towards gambling. The goal is to generate concrete, original, culturally sensitive, feasible, and effective recommendations for preventive and risk-reducing policies. It is the first and only comprehensive investigation into gambling behavior in Turkey, offering guidance in this field. Methods: In this study, which was conducted with an epidemiological cross-sectional design, a stratified random sampling technique was employed, and data were collected using computer-assisted faceto-face interviews. Individuals to be surveyed in households were randomly selected using the Kish method. Results: Three hundred forty-one participants (6.81%) reported having gambled at least once (GALO) in their lifetime, while the remaining participants stated they had never gambled (NG). Among the GALO group, 100 individuals (29.33%) reported regular participation in gambling activities during the data collection period. The most commonly played types of gambling were sports betting (55.4%), national lottery (42.2%), numeric lottery (34.6%), and bingo (30.8%). The ages of first-time gambling ranged from 6 to 41. Tobacco, alcohol, and substance use were significantly more common in the GALO group compared to the NG group (P < .001). Conclusion: Understanding the prevalence of gambling behavior and underlying motivations is crucial for creating awareness and implementing effective preventive measures. We must determine its prevalence, examine societal attitudes, highlight its presence, and prioritize solution-oriented strategies.
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Anahtar Kelimeler
Gambling Behavior, Prevalence, Risk Factors, Preventive Strategies
Kaynak
Psychiatry and Clinical Psychopharmacology
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Q4
Scopus Q Değeri
Q4
Cilt
34
Sayı
4
Künye
Altıntaş, M., Başgül, Ş. S., Avcu, A., Macit, R., Büyüköztürk, Ş., Dinçer, D., ... Öztürk, M. (2024). A study on gambling behavior in Türkiye: Perceptions, attitudes, thoughts, and behaviors toward gambling. Psychiatry and Clinical Psychopharmacology, 34(4), 311-319. http://doi.org/10.5152/pcp.2024.24907
