A casino in my pocket: Gratifications associated with obsessive and harmonious passion for mobile gambling.

ABSTRACT: Mobile gambling differs from land-based and traditional forms of gambling in that the opportunity to place bets and engage with casinos is constantly present and easily accessible. Instead of going to a physical bookmaker or casino, mobile gambling is done quickly and swiftly, anytime, anywhere, with a few taps on a mobile device. Previous studies reveal mobile gambling has managed to reach new audiences especially amongst younger people. Gambling harms can have severe adverse effects on individuals, families and society. However, for a subgroup of highly involved individuals, gambling can be considered a harmonious passion that permits frequent gambling without elevating individual's risks of experience problem gambling manifestations. Combining the Uses and Gratifications (U&G) and Duali

SUBMITTER: Whelan E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7904185 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature