Voluntary self-exclusion from gambling: Expert opinions on gaps and needs for improvement

Ludwig Kraus, Andreas M. Bickl, Matilda Hellman, Veera Kankainen, Johanna K. Loy, Marieke Neyer, Thomas Norman, Sara Rolando, Robin Room, Ingeborg Rossow, Rachel Volberg, Jenny Cisneros-Örnberg

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Abstrakti

Voluntary self-exclusion (VSE) programmes are intended to minimise gambling-related
harm. They are considered effective for the individual but several weaknesses have been reported that deter individuals from enrolment. The present paper summarises opinions about and experiences with VSE strategies and assesses gaps and needs with regard to the current self-exclusion regulations and programmes in seven jurisdictions. Methods: A total of 102 representatives from various sectors (research community; addiction help and care services; prevention; regulatory bodies; gambling providers) in Finland, Germany, Italy, Massachusetts (USA), Norway, Sweden, and Victoria (Australia) were surveyed about their experiences with and opinions about VSE strategies, as well as gaps and needs of the current VSE regulations in their jurisdiction. Results: The respondents agreed on the need for and importance of VSE programmes. However, in all participating jurisdictions, VSE regulations at the time of the survey were considered insufficient, and the respondents suggested potential improvements to facilitate the exclusion process, increase utilisation and reduce gamblers’ breaching VSE. Representatives of the gambling industry also emphasised the individual’s responsibility. Conclusions: Individuals with gambling disorder require effective VSE programmes to cope with their addictive behaviour. To effectively reduce breaches,
technical and legal solutions are necessary. This includes access controls based on complete
nationwide registries, strict enforcement and preventing excluded gamblers from accessing
unlicensed online operators.
Alkuperäiskielienglanti
LehtiNAD Nordic Studies on Alcohol and Drugs
Vuosikerta41
Numero5
Sivut191-508
Sivumäärä18
ISSN1455-0725
DOI - pysyväislinkit
TilaJulkaistu - 2024
OKM-julkaisutyyppiA1 Alkuperäisartikkeli tieteellisessä aikakauslehdessä, vertaisarvioitu

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