![]() ![]() This special InPsych report is based on material in the new Review Paper and provides contextual information on the accessibility and prevalence of gambling in Australia, an account of current psychological theories and research on problem gambling behaviour, a discussion of community and public health approaches to reducing gambling harm, and an overview of the assessment and treatment of problem gambling. The APS has consequently commissioned a new Review Paper, The Psychology of Gambling, which provides an overview of major developments in understanding gambling from a psychological perspective. ![]() Much has changed in the subsequent decade – opportunities for gambling have expanded and embraced sophisticated new technologies, the scientific understanding of gambling behaviour has grown, and problem gambling has become acknowledged as both a public health and mental health issue. Recognising the critical role of psychology in addressing this important public issue, in 1997 the APS developed a Position Paper titled Psychological Aspects of Gambling Behaviour. Psychology, as a science and profession, has much to contribute to understanding gambling from the perspectives of theory, research and practice. Consequently, it is essential that gambling and problem gambling are well understood, and that the regulation of gambling – at individual, community, industry and government levels – is well informed. It also causes considerable harm to some Australians due to its negative impact on individuals, families and communities through problem gambling. ![]() It is embedded within our society as a part of mainstream culture through the entertainment, leisure, sport and tourism industries, and is a significant source of revenue to governments and private enterprise. Gambling is an activity that has an impact on most Australians. Prepared by members of the APS Gambling Working Group* in collaboration with Jill Giese MAPS, APS Executive Officer ![]()
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