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The impact of gambling on depression: New evidence from England and Scotland

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  • Awaworyi Churchill, Sefa
  • Farrell, Lisa

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Easy access to gambling outlets and the rise in the number of online gambling sites have led to a substantial increase in the prevalence of gambling among the British population. This increased prevalence is becoming a major problem due to the associated social and economic costs. This study investigates the effects of gambling on depression, using new data on England and Scotland, in a population-based sample. Using both the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) and Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI) scales of gambling addiction, we find evidence of a positive association between gambling behaviour and depression. Further, disaggregating the effects by gambling venue, our results suggest that online gambling poses a significant mental health risk compared to gambling in venues or outlets. Thus, we show that the high prevalence of gambling in Britain is associated with emotional and mental health costs.

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  • Awaworyi Churchill, Sefa & Farrell, Lisa, 2018. "The impact of gambling on depression: New evidence from England and Scotland," Economic Modelling, Elsevier, vol. 68(C), pages 475-483.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:ecmode:v:68:y:2018:i:c:p:475-483
    DOI: 10.1016/j.econmod.2017.08.021
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