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A Rapid Evidence Assessment of Gambling Treatment Services

Author: S. Mohammed, T. Barber, I. Bulceag, A. Benson, E. Cooper, B. Thompson, D. Irdam, S. Dinos & K. Windle Published: July 2019
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Summary

This report by NatCen Social Research for GambleAware examines usage of and demand for gambling treatment and support services amongst gamblers and affected others in Great Britain.

Topics covered

  • extent of harmful gambling
  • use of treatment and support services
  • demand for treatment and support

Key findings

13% of adults scored 1+ on the Problem Gambling Severity Index. 17% of these had used treatment or support in the past year and 18% currently want treatment or support.
7% of adults are "affected others" negatively impacted by someone else's gambling, with 45% having sought advice or support. Major barriers include not viewing gambling as harmful and stigma.

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