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He M, Tong KK. The Role of Self-Esteem and Self-Efficacy in Responsible Gambling. J Gambl Stud 2024:10.1007/s10899-024-10309-3. [PMID: 38831238 DOI: 10.1007/s10899-024-10309-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/05/2024]
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Responsible gambling (RG) refers to a set of protective strategies aiming at containing the negative consequences associated with gambling. To improve the effectiveness of RG, it is essential to understand factors influencing gamblers' adherence to RG. Past literatures on addictive behaviors have demonstrated that one's self-efficacy and self-esteem are associated with the adherence to protective behaviors of the specific addictive behaviors. The present study aims to test whether gamblers' self-esteem and RG self-efficacy can be applied to explain their adherence to protective gambling behaviors. Two hundred and thirty-six past-year gamblers were randomly selected to take part in a phone survey. Path analysis showed that both gamblers' RG self-efficacy and self-esteem were positively associated with gamblers' RG behaviors, while RG behaviors were negatively linked to the problem gambling tendency. The findings provided insight into potential promotion and intervention strategies based on self-esteem and self-efficacy and those strategies may be adopted in the primary prevention of gambling disorder.
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- Mu He
- School of Educational Science, Quanzhou Normal University, Quanzhou, China
- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Macau, Macao, China
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- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Macau, Macao, China.
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Duran S, Demirci Ö, Akgenç F. Investigation of Gambling Behavior, Self-Confidence and Psychological Resilience Levels of University Students. J Gambl Stud 2024:10.1007/s10899-024-10317-3. [PMID: 38805161 DOI: 10.1007/s10899-024-10317-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/12/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
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The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between gambling behavior, self-confidence, and psychological resilience levels among university students. Additionally, the study aims to investigate the relationship between gambling behavior and socio-demographic variables. This descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted between April and June 2023. The research employed a questionnaire, the Brief Psychological Resilience Scale, the South Oaks Gambling Screen (SOGS), and the Self-Confidence Scale. The study was carried out online, reaching 229 students through Google Forms. According to the SOGS scores, 4.8% of the students are at risk of gambling addiction. Male students have statistically significantly higher SOGS scores than female students. The SOGS score is significantly higher in working students, smokers, and alcohol drinkers (p < 0.05). No statistically significant relationship was found between the students' SOGS scores and the self- confidence scale (p = 0.637) and the brief resilience scale (p = 0.675). It is thought that training should be given to risky groups in order to prevent gambling behavior. In addition, it is thought that supporting university students to be active in different arts and sports fields may have a positive effect on preventing and reducing addictions.
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- Songul Duran
- Health Services Vocational College, Care of Elderly Program, İzmir Demokrasi University, İzmir, Türkiye.
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- Kartal Kosuyolu High Specialization Training and Research Hospital Cardiology Clinic, İstanbul, Türkiye
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Kocaeli University, Kocaeli, Türkiye
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Tanaka M, Cho T, Arai K, Iriki A, Hashimoto T, Horii S, Tsurumi K. The Paradoxical Clinical Course of Persons with Gambling Disorder and Comorbid Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). J Gambl Stud 2023; 39:1723-1734. [PMID: 37402115 DOI: 10.1007/s10899-023-10233-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/18/2023] [Indexed: 07/05/2023]
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The co-occurrence of gambling disorder (GD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been widely reported. In this study, we aimed to investigate the social background, clinical characteristics, and clinical course of initial-visit GD patients with and without ADHD in a Japanese psychiatric hospital. We recruited 40 initial-visit GD patients and collected comprehensive information by self-report questionnaires, direct interviews, and medical records. 27.5% of the GD patients had comorbid ADHD. Compared to the GD patients without ADHD, those with ADHD had significantly higher comorbidity rates of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), lower rates of marriage, slightly less years of education and marginally lower employment rates. On the other hand, the GD patients with ADHD showed higher treatment retention rates and participation rates in the mutual support group. Despite presenting with disadvantageous characteristics, GD patients with ADHD exhibited a more favourable clinical course. Therefore, clinicians should be mindful of the possibility of ADHD comorbidity and the potential for better clinical outcomes among GD patients with ADHD.
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- Masuo Tanaka
- International Medical Center, Fujita Health University Hospital, 1-98, Dengakugakubo, Kutsukake-cho, Toyoake, 470-1192, Aichi, Japan
- Zikei Hospital, 100-2 Urayasu-honmachi, Minami, Okayama, 702-8508, Okayama, Japan
- Department of Psychiatry, Koryo Hospital, 187-2, Yoshiwa, Ube, Yamaguchi, 759-0134, Japan
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- Clinical Education Center, General Foundation of Shigisan Hospital, 4-13-1 Seyakita, Heartland Shigisan, Sango, Ikoma, 636-0815, Nara, Japan
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- School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Institute of Health Science, Shinshu University, 3-1-1, Asahi, Matsumoto, Nagano, 390-8621, Japan
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- Department of Psychiatry, Osaka Psychiatric Medical Center, 3-16-21, Miyanosaka, Hirakata, 573- 0022, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Psychiatry, Koryo Hospital, 187-2, Yoshiwa, Ube, Yamaguchi, 759-0134, Japan
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- Zikei Hospital, 100-2 Urayasu-honmachi, Minami, Okayama, 702-8508, Okayama, Japan
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- Department of Psychiatry, Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto University, 54, Shogoin-Kawahara-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto, 606-8507, Japan.
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Gori A, Topino E. The Association between Alexithymia and Social Media Addiction: Exploring the Role of Dysmorphic Symptoms, Symptoms Interference, and Self-Esteem, Controlling for Age and Gender. J Pers Med 2023; 13:jpm13010152. [PMID: 36675813 PMCID: PMC9865469 DOI: 10.3390/jpm13010152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2022] [Revised: 01/08/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2023] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Given the popularity of social media and the growing presence of these tools in the daily lives of individuals, research about the elements that can be linked to their problematic use appears to be of great importance. The objective of this study was to investigate the factors that may contribute to the levels of social media addiction, by focusing on the role of alexithymia, body image concern, and self-esteem, controlled for age and gender. A sample of 437 social media users (32.5% men, 67.5% women; Mage = 33.44 years, SD = 13.284) completed an online survey, including the Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale, Body Image Concern Inventory, Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, and Twenty-Item Toronto Alexithymia Scale, together with a demographic questionnaire. Results showed a significant association between alexithymia and social media addiction, with the total mediation of body image concern (and more in detail, body dissatisfaction) and the significant moderation of self-esteem. Gender and age showed significant effects in these relationships. Such findings may offer further insights into the field of clinical research on social media addiction and may provide useful information for effective clinical practice.
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- Alessio Gori
- Department of Health Sciences, University of Florence, Via di San Salvi 12, Pad. 26, 50135 Firenze, Italy
- Integrated Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Institute (IPPI), Via Ricasoli 32, 50122 Florence, Italy
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Human Sciences, LUMSA University of Rome, Via della Traspontina 21, 00193 Rome, Italy
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Akbari M, Bahadori MH, Khanbabaei S, Milan BB, Horvath Z, Griffiths MD, Demetrovics Z. Psychological predictors of the co-occurrence of problematic gaming, gambling, and social media use among adolescents. COMPUTERS IN HUMAN BEHAVIOR 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.chb.2022.107589] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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