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Erschienen in: International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction 5/2020

18.11.2019 | Original Article

Treatment for Family Members of People Experiencing Gambling Problems: Family Members Want Both Gambler-Focused and Family-Focused Options

verfasst von: Simone N. Rodda, Nicki A. Dowling, Anna C. Thomas, Kathleen L. Bagot, Dan I. Lubman

Erschienen in: International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction | Ausgabe 5/2020

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Abstract

Family member’s competing perspectives mean two distinct treatment approaches have developed (i.e., those focusing on the needs of the gambler, or the needs of the family), but little is known of what family members want if offered a choice. A convergent mixed-method design with 62 family members examined the experiences of those seeking help via an internet service. Fifty percent of participants requested gambler-focused options, such as advice and support on getting the gambler to change, supporting behaviour change and facilitating treatment seeking. Family-focused approaches (28%) were most frequently about improving the quality of the relationship, getting information on support options and help in managing the impact of gambling. Family members also requested a blended approach (22%) (e.g. how to support the gambler and how to deal with the negative impacts). These findings suggest interventions need to able to accommodate both gambler-focused and family-focused approaches.
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Metadaten
Titel
Treatment for Family Members of People Experiencing Gambling Problems: Family Members Want Both Gambler-Focused and Family-Focused Options
verfasst von
Simone N. Rodda
Nicki A. Dowling
Anna C. Thomas
Kathleen L. Bagot
Dan I. Lubman
Publikationsdatum
18.11.2019
Verlag
Springer US
Erschienen in
International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction / Ausgabe 5/2020
Print ISSN: 1557-1874
Elektronische ISSN: 1557-1882
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11469-019-00143-9

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