The impacts of problem gambling on family members

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Author(s): Kalischuk, Ruth G. ; Nowatzki, Nadine ; Cardwell, Kelly ; Klein, Kurt ; Solowoniuk, Jason

Journal: International Gambling Studies

Year Published: 2006

Date Added: October 19, 2019

This review highlights the impacts of problem gambling on family members, specifically spouses, children, and parents. These impacts can include money problems, stress, and relationship problems. Treatment is often focused on the person with problem gambling, but little support is provided for family members. What is available has been adapted from work addressing the treatment of other addictions. Family-focused treatment needs to be further explored.

Citation: Kalischuk, R. G., Nowatzki, N., Cardwell, K., Klein, K., & Solowoniuk, J. (2006). Problem gambling and its impact on families: A literature review. International Gambling Studies, 6(1), 31-60. https://doi.org/10.1080/14459790600644176

Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/14459790600644176

Keywords: family relationships ; problem gambling ; treatment

Topics: Family and Friends ; Information for Treatment Providers

Conceptual Framework Factors: Social - Family and Peer Gambling Involvement ; Social Factors ; Gambling Resources ; Resources - Interventions

Study Design: Scoping Review

Study Funding:

This research was funded by the Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission in Edmonton, Alberta.