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Neurotrophin genes may be involved in gambling disorder

Author(s): Solé-Morata, Neus ; Baenas, Isabel ; Etxandi, Mikel ; Granero, Roser ; Forcales, Sonia V. ; Gené, Manel ; Barrot, Carme ; Gómez-Peña, Mónica ; Menchón, José M. ; Ramoz, Nicolás ; Gorwood, Philip ; Fernández-Aranda, Fernando ; Jiménez-Murcia, Susana
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year Published: 2022

Some people develop a problematic relationship with gambling. This can lead to gambling disorder (GD). The researchers of this study wanted to better understand...

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Similarities and differences between gambling and gaming disorders: Insights from communications with a help service

Author(s): Luquiens, Amandine ; von Hammerstein, Cora ; Benyamina, Amine ; Perney, Pascal
Journal: JMIR Mental Health
Year Published: 2021

Gambling and gaming disorders are both considered behavioural addictions. Gambling and gaming disorders have many similarities but may also have important...

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Childhood trauma and coping strategies among people with gambling disorder and their family members

Author(s): Goghari, Vina M. ; Shakeel, Mohammed K. ; Swan, Jennifer ; Kim, Hyoun S. ; Sharif-Razi, Maryam ; Hodgins, David C.
Journal: Journal of Gambling Studies
Year Published: 2020

The researchers compared childhood trauma that people with gambling disorder (GD), their immediate family, and people without GD experienced. They also compared...

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Conceptual framework of harmful gambling: Third edition

Author(s): Abbott, Max W. ; Binde, Per ; Clark, Luke ; Hodgins, David C. ; Johnson, Mark R. ; Manitowabi, Darrel ; Quilty, Lena C. ; Spångberg, Jessika ; Volberg, Rachel A. ; Walker, Douglas M. ; Williams, Robert J.
Publisher: Gambling Research Exchange Ontario
Year Published: 2018

Although it is seen by many as a form of leisure and recreation, gambling can have serious repercussions for individuals, families, and society as a whole. The...

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No evidence for increased genetic influence on gambling

Author(s): Slutske, Wendy S.
Journal: Twin Research and Human Genetics
Year Published: 2018

This study examined the relative influences of genetics and the environment on gambling in 1962 versus 2002. In 1962, gambling was largely non-commercial or...

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Conceptual framework of harmful gambling: Revised edition

Author(s): Abbott, Max W. ; Binde, Per ; Clark, Luke ; Hodgins, David C. ; Korn, David A. ; Pereira, Alexius ; Quilty, Lena C. ; Thomas, Anna ; Volberg, Rachel A. ; Walker, Douglas M. ; Williams, Robert J.
Publisher: Gambling Research Exchange Ontario
Year Published: 2015

Although it is seen by many as a form of leisure and recreation, gambling can have serious repercussions for individuals, families, and society as a whole. The...

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A review of research literature on ADHD and pathological gambling

Author(s): Halme, Hilma
Journal: Maastricht Student Journal of Psychology and Neuroscience
Year Published: 2015

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common mental health disorder in children. There are three subtypes of ADHD. A child may be diagnosed with...

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Conceptual framework of harmful gambling: First edition

Author(s): Abbott, Max W. ; Binde, Per ; Hodgins, David C. ; Korn, David A. ; Pereira, Alexius ; Volberg, Rachel A. ; Williams, Robert J.
Publisher: Gambling Research Exchange Ontario
Year Published: 2013

While seen by many as a form of leisure and recreation, gambling can have serious repercussions for individuals, families, and society as a whole. The harmful...

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Pathological gambling: The biopsychological variables and their management

Author(s): el-Guebaly, Nady ; Hodgins, David C.
Publisher: Alberta Gaming Research Institute
Year Published: 2000

A literature review that includes summary tables about biological variables, psychological variables, co-morbidities and biopsychological approaches to...

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