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The Relationship Between Cultural Variables and Gambling Behavior Among Chinese Residing in Australia

Authors: Tian Oei, Namrata Raylu

Published in: Journal of Gambling Studies | Issue 4/2009

Abstract

Cultural variables (e.g., cultural values, acculturation and attitudes towards seeking professional assistance) have been found to play important roles in the initiation and maintenance of numerous mental health and substance related problems. However, there is a significant lack of empirical studies investigating the relationships between these cultural variables and gambling behavior. Thus, this study assessed whether these cultural variables could predict gambling behavior among 233 Chinese residing in Australia. Several questionnaires were used in the study including the South Oaks Gambling Screen (SOGS), the Asian Values Scale (AVS), Attitudes towards Seeking Psychological Help Scale (ATSPHS) and the modified version of the Cultural Life Style Inventory (CLSI). Results showed that although adherence to Asian values could not predict gambling behavior, acculturation (i.e., cultural shift and cultural incorporation) could negatively predict gambling behavior. Furthermore, the interpersonal openness subscale of ATSPHS could predict gambling behavior. Implications of these findings are discussed.

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Title: The Relationship Between Cultural Variables and Gambling Behavior Among Chinese Residing in Australia
Authors: Tian Oei
Namrata Raylu
Publication date: 01-12-2009
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Journal of Gambling Studies / Issue 4/2009
Electronic ISSN: 1573-3602
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10899-009-9148-6

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