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21-07-2021 | Original Paper

Do the Consequences Experienced by the People in the Life of a Problem Gambler Differ Based on the Nature of Their Relationship with the Gambler?

Authors: Francine Ferland, Nadine Blanchette-Martin, Mélissa Côté, Joël Tremblay, Sylvia Kairouz, Louise Nadeau, Annie-Claude Savard, Nadia L’Espérance, Magali Dufour

Published in: Journal of Gambling Studies | Issue 3/2022

Abstract

Consequences experienced by the partners of individuals with a gambling disorder are well documented. However, little is known about the deleterious effects experienced by other people than partners of gamblers. A better understanding of these consequences could help improve clinical practices. The goal of this paper is to compare the consequences experienced by partners of gamblers with those experienced by their close family members (parents, adult children, siblings) by using the categorization method proposed by Langham et al. (BMC Public Health, 2016). To achieve this goal, 46 semi-structured interviews were conducted. Results indicate that the extent and intensity of the consequences experienced vary widely based on their level of emotional and financial involvement with the gambler. Considering the specific elements involved for each type of person in a gambler’s life, future research should distinguish participants based on the nature of their relationship with the gambler.

Note that only the consequences are used for this project.

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Title: Do the Consequences Experienced by the People in the Life of a Problem Gambler Differ Based on the Nature of Their Relationship with the Gambler?
Authors: Francine Ferland
Nadine Blanchette-Martin
Mélissa Côté
Joël Tremblay
Sylvia Kairouz
Louise Nadeau
Annie-Claude Savard
Nadia L’Espérance
Magali Dufour
Publication date: 21-07-2021
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Journal of Gambling Studies / Issue 3/2022
Electronic ISSN: 1573-3602
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10899-021-10058-7

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