Public perceptions of gambling in the UK Armed Forces: Understanding stigma via a vignette experiment

Abstract: Gambling-related harm among armed forces (AF) personnel is a growing concern, yet public perceptions remain underexplored. Anticipated public stigma (the fear of how …

Double trouble - examining the co-occurrence of compulsive sexual behavior disorder and gambling disorder among two American samples

Abstract: Background and Objectives: Limited research has investigated the relationship between compulsive sexual behavior disorder (CSBD) and gambling disorder (GD). Therefore, …

Leveraging social media and crowdsourcing to recruit and retain military Veterans with posttraumatic stress disorder or experience of harmful gambling for mHealth interventions: Descriptive study

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Military veterans may be at increased risk of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) compared to the general population. PTSD is often comorbid with harmful and …

Gambling-related harm as experienced by UK Armed Forces Veterans and affected others: A thematic framework analysis

Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Despite recognition of increased gambling vulnerability among military veterans, qualitative understanding of veterans' lived experiences of gambling harms, …

Screening and assessment of gambling in military populations: A systematic review and gap analysis

Abstract: Purpose of Review: This review evaluates the use of assessment and screening tools for gambling behaviour in military populations. Although military personnel and …

A qualitative analysis of the experience of gambling harm and accessing support among United Kingdom Armed Forces personnel

Abstract: Background: Military personnel (both currently serving and veterans) are vulnerable to harm from gambling, yet many are reluctant to seek help. The aims of this study …

ACTIVATE: Efficacy and cost-effectiveness of a digital health, smartphone-based app to reduce harmful gambling and PTSD symptoms among veterans.

Abstract: This pilot study evaluated ACT Vet, a smartphone-delivered Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) application (app) designed for UK Armed Forces veterans experiencing …

Demographic characteristics, gambling engagement, mental health, and associations with harmful gambling risk among UK Armed Forces serving personnel

Abstract: Introduction: Harmful gambling negatively impacts individuals, families and communities. Growing international evidence indicates that the Armed Forces (AF) community may …

Substance use disorders among Armed Forces Veterans with gambling disorder: Insights from an inpatient treatment sample

Abstract: Armed forces veterans are especially prone to experiencing a variety of addictive disorders, including gambling disorder. Even so, gambling disorder in veterans remains …

Prevalence and clinical characteristics of recreational and at-risk/problematic gambling among low-income U.S. Veterans: Results from the National Veteran Homeless and Other Poverty Experiences (NV-HOPE) Study

Abstract: This study examined associations between recreational gambling (RG) and at-risk/problem gambling (ARPG), and clinical measures of mental illness and substance use, …

Gambling problems predict suicidality in recently transitioned military veterans

Abstract: This study investigated associations between gambling problems and suicidality in Australian veterans. Data drawn from n = 3,511 Australian Defence Force veterans who had …

Acceptance and commitment therapy for gambling disorder and posttraumatic stress disorder in military veterans: a brief review

Abstract: Military personnel are at increased risk of PTSD and gambling disorder (GD), and the two disorders are frequently comorbid. It is likely that gambling may provide an …