Critical Review of Harm-Minimization Tools for Electronic Gambling

 A Critical Review on the Harm-Minimization Options Available for Electronic Gambling

Abstract

Increased accessibility to gambling is possible due to the increasing sophistication of electronic gambling products. This also encourages rapid and continuous gambling. From a responsible gambling perspective this presents many challenges in terms of player self-awareness, and self-control. These technological advances in gambling can be used to help reduce gambling-related damage and provide responsible gambling tools. A number of harm-minimization strategies have been created to encourage self-awareness, self-control and self-control in a gambling session. Breaks in play, pop-up messaging, limit setting, and behavioral tracking are all examples of harm minimisation strategies. This paper discusses the theoretical basis for the use of harm-minimisation tools. It also reviews empirical research on their effectiveness in influencing gambling cognitions.

Background

High-intensity, high-intensity, commercial gambling has been relatively recent in comparison with other legalised and hazardous behaviors such as tobacco use and alcohol consumption (Adams, et al. 2008). Advertising for gambling products is almost an unavoidable practice. The promotion of gambling has been deemed a social norm by Parke et. al. 2014a, b). The ubiquitous presence of gambling is tied to the broadcasting of national and international sporting events. This can be seen in cities as licensed betting offices, casinos and bingo halls. Remote gambling includes gambling via the internet and interactive television (Griffiths and al. 2014). A Critical Review of the Full Size Blackjack Table