Publications
Publications
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Convergence of online gaming and gambling – emerging issues
University of Adelaide — July 2018
Download "Convergence of online gaming and gambling – emerging issues" (PDF — 4.7 MB)Download research fellow and clinical psychchologist Daniel King's presentation on links between gaming and gambling and defining predatory monetisation schemes.
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Hidden harm: Low-risk and moderate-risk gambling
Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation — July 2017
View details for "Hidden harm: Low-risk and moderate-risk gambling" | Download "Hidden harm: Low-risk and moderate-risk gambling" (PDF — 1.1 MB)This background paper explores the characteristics, attitudes, beliefs, and gambling behaviour of people engaging in low- and moderate-risk gambling, which accounts for 85 per cent of gambling harm in Victoria.
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Gen Bet: Has gambling gatecrashed our teens?
Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation — March 2017
View details for "Gen Bet: Has gambling gatecrashed our teens?" | Download "Gen Bet: Has gambling gatecrashed our teens?" (PDF — 2.9 MB)This discussion paper considers how the gambling environment, marketing and the attitudes of family and friends influence the way young people feel and behave when it comes to gambling. It draws on a range of Australian and international research.
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Responsible gambling: past, present and future
Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation — October 2016
Download "Responsible gambling: past, present and future" (PDF — 1.1 MB)This background paper explores different definitions of the phrase 'responsible gambling' and discussions about how it is used. It examines research into responsible gambling promotion and considers how new research into gambling harm may influence our understanding of the term.
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Using a public health approach in the prevention of gambling-related harm
Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation — May 2015
Download "Using a public health approach in the prevention of gambling-related harm" (PDF — 375.0 KB)This background paper considers what it means to take a public health approach to gambling harm. The paper draws on a public health framework to align the Foundation's multi-faceted, multi-layered and evidence-based activities and to illustrate the way in which it works across the continuum of prevention of gambling-related harm.
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Risk factors for problem gambling: environmental, geographic, social, cultural, demographic, socio-economic, family and household
Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation — May 2015
Download "Risk factors for problem gambling: environmental, geographic, social, cultural, demographic, socio-economic, family and household" (PDF — 1.4 MB)This background paper is based on a review of literature on the risk factors for problem gambling, with a particular focus on prevalence studies conducted by various Australian states and territories. The review identifies evidence that demographic and socioeconomic risk factors, such as younger age, male gender and low socio-economic status are linked to problem gambling.
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Addressing problem gambling harm: working with families and friends
Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation — April 2015
Download "Addressing problem gambling harm: working with families and friends" (PDF — 630.0 KB)This discussion paper considers the impact of gambling harm on family members, friends and significant others. It provides a context for addressing their needs so that better outcomes are possible for the individual who gambles and for the 'affected others' in their life.
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Cross sector collaboration: implications for Gambler's Help
Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation — August 2014
Download "Cross sector collaboration: implications for Gambler's Help" (PDF — 828.3 KB)This background paper explores the evidence for cross-sector collaboration and service integration in public health as a more efficient and effective way to provide support to individuals and/or families with complex needs. For example, to assist people with co-occurring conditions or issues such as mental or physical health problems, substance use disorders, family violence and gambling harm.
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Gambling and the workplace
Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation — May 2014
Download "Gambling and the workplace" (PDF — 1.4 MB)This discussion paper explores the effects gambling can have on the workplace and considers the role employers can play to help prevent problem gambling and promote responsible gambling.
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Seeking help for gambling problems
Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation — April 2014
Download "Seeking help for gambling problems" (PDF — 504.2 KB)This discussion paper provides an overview of research relating to help seeking for, and recovery from, problem gambling, as well as research on the types of help that are available and their effectiveness.
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Complex lives: co-occurring conditions of problem gambling
Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation — April 2014
Download "Complex lives: co-occurring conditions of problem gambling" (PDF — 301.9 KB)This background paper provides a summary of existing evidence about the co-occurrence of problem gambling with other conditions, such as mental illnesses, substance use disorders, other health conditions, family issues and social problems. Understanding the conditions that occur alongside problem gambling can assist in providing services for problem gamblers, even if the specific causal pathways are not well understood.
