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Poker Mania and Problem Gambling: A Study of Distorted Cognitions, Motivation and Alexithymia

verfasst von: Dana V. Mitrovic, Jac Brown

Erschienen in: Journal of Gambling Studies | Ausgabe 4/2009

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Abstract

This study examines the relationships between distorted cognitions, motivation, and alexithymia on problem gambling in poker players (n = 96). Respondents completed questionnaires containing the Canadian Problem Gambling Index, Gambling Motivation Scale, Gambler’s Beliefs Questionnaire, and Toronto Alexithymia Scale-20. The results suggest that problem gambling is significantly related to distorted cognitions, non-self-determined motivation, and difficulty identifying feelings. Implications are drawn for the development of more relevant intervention, prevention, and treatment strategies.

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Titel: Poker Mania and Problem Gambling: A Study of Distorted Cognitions, Motivation and Alexithymia
verfasst von: Dana V. Mitrovic
Jac Brown
Publikationsdatum: 01.12.2009
Verlag: Springer US
Erschienen in: Journal of Gambling Studies / Ausgabe 4/2009
Elektronische ISSN: 1573-3602
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10899-009-9140-1

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