The Conversation U.S.Feb 12, 2023

Considering a bet on today's #SuperBowl?

While it has always been one of the most popular sports betting events, more and more states are making it legal and respectable.

We asked experts on #gambling and psychologists about this trend and its effects, particularly on vulnerable younger Americans.

Here’s what their research shows ⬇️ 🧵 (1/5)

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A New Jersey study based on comprehensive data on bets placed in the state shows that those who bet on sports have higher rates of drug, alcohol, and #mentalhealth issues.

Also: the younger someone starts gambling, the more likely they are to develop serious gambling problems. 🧵(2/5)

https://theconversation.com/data-from-new-jersey-is-a-warning-sign-for-young-sports-bettors-197865 #gambling #GamblingAddiction #NewJersey

Data from New Jersey is a warning sign for young sports bettors

Researchers who analyzed every sports bet placed online since 2018 found that young adults are the fastest-growing group of bettors, with more than 70% of them placing in-game bets.

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Gambling apps allow for in-game betting, leading to the potential loss adding up, as seen in the estimated 19 million online sports bettors in 2022.

Clinical psychologist and researcher Meredith K. Ginley talks about what she’s seeing 🧵 (3/5)

https://theconversation.com/i-treat-people-with-gambling-disorder-and-im-starting-to-see-more-and-more-young-men-who-are-betting-on-sports-198285

I treat people with gambling disorder – and I’m starting to see more and more young men who are betting on sports

In the past, typical clients tended to be retirees living on fixed incomes who played slots and card games.

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Young men, mostly in their 20s, are seeking treatment for app-related sports gambling problems, changing the typical patient profile from older casino gamblers.

The apps trick our brains in various subtle ways - and some people's brains are more susceptible than others.

Treating app based gambling can be hard as avoiding triggers, like smartphone use, is unrealistic 🧵 (4/5)

https://theconversation.com/sports-betting-apps-notifications-and-leaderboards-encourage-more-and-more-wagers-a-psychologist-who-treats-gambling-addictions-explains-why-some-people-get-hooked-198358 #addiction #psychology #GamblingAddiction

Sports betting apps' notifications and leaderboards encourage more and more wagers – a psychologist who treats gambling addictions explains why some people get hooked

Sports wagering apps bring in-play betting right to the palm of your hand. Easy, ever-present access can lead to excitement and fun – or problem gambling.

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Check out the full roundup for more on sports gambling (and also a free downloadable magazine-style ebook with the collected articles, if you prefer to read offline): ⬇️ (5/5)

https://theconversation.com/a-boon-for-sports-fandom-or-a-looming-mental-health-crisis-5-essential-reads-on-the-effects-of-legal-sports-betting-199657
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A boon for sports fandom or a looming mental health crisis? 5 essential reads on the effects of legal sports betting

With few regulations in place, gambling companies are going all-in to attract as many customers as possible – with younger, sports-obsessed and smartphone-savvy Americans particularly vulnerable.

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