University of Calgary

Responsible Gambling Research

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The Low Risk Gambling Limits Project

  • Explanation of the research
  1. Relationships between measures of gambling intensity and risk of harm
  2. How do erroneous thoughts about gambling relate to 'at risk' and problem gambling?
  3. What are the early warning signs of problem gambling?
  4. How do recreational gamblers control their gambling?

Gambling In Canada

  • Statistics on current gambling trends in Canada

 

Self-Assessment

  • Links to self-assessment gambling tools

 

Research Team

  • List of people involved

 

These web pages describe an ongoing research project aimed at developing and promoting low-risk gambling limits. The intended audience for this information is researchers, clinicians, policy makers and individuals who are involved in the gambling industry. The pages are not intended for gamblers or their families seeking help, although these individuals and the general public may find the information useful or interesting. For gamblers wanting information or advice, there are several consumer-oriented websites, a few of which are listed below:

 

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AGLC prob

 

The research described on these web pages has been funded by grants from the Alberta Gambling Research Institutes (2003-2005) and Ontario Problem Gambling Research Centre (2006-2008). We also acknowledge the support of the University of Calgary in hosting these pages.