A systematic review of the relationship between problem gambling and the criminal justice system / Barkovich, L., Froude, A.M., Massey, M., Eskandarian, S., MacKillop, J., & Balodis, I.M.: PS83-3/481E-PDF
"Individuals with problem gambling (PG) are overrepresented within the criminal justice system. Prevalence estimates in some studies suggest PG rates of over 30% - a staggering difference compared to the estimated 2-5% among the general population. In addition to criminal behaviour, harms associated with PG include unstable employment, poor health and heightened levels of suicide, far exceeding rates observed among individuals with substance use disorders. This report summarizes current peer-reviewed PG literature as it relates to arrests, incarceration, recidivism, and problem behaviours. Research studies were organized into the following themes: (1) types of illegal acts; (2) traits, behaviours and characteristics relating to PG; (3) initial arrestee and community populations; and (4) incarcerated populations. …"---Executive summary, page iii.
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| Title | A systematic review of the relationship between problem gambling and the criminal justice system / Barkovich, L., Froude, A.M., Massey, M., Eskandarian, S., MacKillop, J., & Balodis, I.M. |
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| Publication type | Monograph - View Master Record |
| Language | [English] |
| Other language editions | [French] |
| Format | Digital text |
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| Description | 1 online resource (xi, 85 pages) : illustration. |
| ISBN | 9780660756738 |
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