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Gambling and Mental Health: Analysis of the Annual GB Treatment and Support Survey

Author: Alma Economics Published: June 2023

Summary

This report by Alma Economics analyses data from the Annual GB Treatment and Support Survey to explore links between gambling harms and mental health in Great Britain.

Topics covered

  • exploration of the relationship between mental health and gambling harms
  • prevalence of gambling problems and mental health issues
  • impact of gambling on affected others

Key findings

Higher PGSI scores are linked to the probability of poor mental health. People with severe gambling problems are more likely to experience suicidal thoughts and mental health disorders. Affected others also face negative mental health impacts from a loved one's gambling. Debt appears to be an important factor connecting gambling problems and poor mental health.

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