Author(s) |
Tolchard, Barry
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Publication Date |
2009
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Abstract |
The Problem with the Problem: Definition - • U.S. driven medical model • Addiction or Compulsion • DSM - failure to differentiate regular and problem gamblers • Pathology or Harm • Local context Victorian Gambling Screen (VGS) - • Developed using a definition of problem gambling based on harm: "'Problem' gambling refers to the situation when a person's gambling activity gives rise to harm to the individual player, and/or his or her family, and may extend into the community" [DIPG Report, p.106]
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Citation |
Presented at the 7th European Conference on Gambling Studies and Policy Issues
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Language |
en
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Publisher |
European Association for the Study of Gambling (EASG)
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Title |
Current Measurement of Problem Gambling: Experiences using the Victorian Gambling Screen
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Type of document |
Conference Publication
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Entity Type |
Publication
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