Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing (대한간호학회지)

Korean Society of Nursing Science (한국간호과학회)
권호 표지
DOI QR코드

DOI QR Code

Factors Influencing Problem and Pathological Gambling in Participants of Horse Race Gambling

경마장 이용객의 도박중독 관련요인

  • Hyun, Mi-Yeul (College of Nursing, Jeju National University) ;
  • Cho, Ok-Hee (College of Nursing, Jeju National University)
  • Received : 2011.11.11
  • Accepted : 2012.07.27
  • Published : 2012.08.31
Download PDF
⟨ Previous Next ⟩

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine risk factors for pathological gambling of horse race participants. Methods: The participants, 508 horse race gamblers, completed the DSM-IV criteria of pathological gambling, Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT-K) and Symptom Checklist-47-Revision (SCL-47-R). Data were analyzed using t-test, $x^2$-test, Fisher's exact test, and logistic regression analyses. Behaviors related to horse racing, alcohol abuse, and mental health were analyzed between problem or pathological gamblers compared to recreational gamblers. Results: The prevalence rates of recreational, problem, and pathological gambling were 36.6%, 39.4%, and 24.0%, respectively. Frequency of gambling (${\geq}4/day$), frequency of racetrack visiting (${\geq}3/month$), accompaniment (alone), and mental health (SCL-47-R scores) were all associated with increased risks of problem and pathological gambling. Expenditure on betting (${\geq}200,000$ won/day) and alcohol abuse (AUDIT-K 8-20 scores) group members had higher levels of gambling pathology than recreational gamblers. Conclusion: Problem and pathological gambling are highly associated with alcohol abuse and mental health disorders, suggesting that clinicians should carefully evaluate this population.

Keywords

References

  1. American Psychiatric Association. (1994). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (4th ed.). Washington, DC: Author.
  2. Barber, T. F., Hibbins-Biddle, J. C., Saunders, J. B., & Monteiro, M. G. (2001). The alcohol use disorder identification test(AUDIT): Guidelines for use in primary care (2nd ed.). Geneva, Switzerland: World Health Organization.
  3. Choi, W. R. (2007). The effects of stress and coping on gambling behaviors: Affinity to pathological gambling and chasing. Unpublished master's thesis, Kangwon National University, Chuncheon.
  4. Crockford, D. N., & el-Guebaly, N. (1998). Psychiatric comorbidity in pathological gambling: A critical review. Canadian Journal of Psychiatry, 43, 43-50. https://doi.org/10.1177/070674379804300104
  5. Derogatis, L. R., Rickels, K., & Rock, A. F. (1976). The SCL-90 and the MMPI: A step in the validation of a new self-report scale. British Journal of Psychiatry, 128, 280-289. http://dx.doi.org/10.1192/bjp.128.3.280
  6. Dickerman, M. G., Baron, E., Hong, S. M., & Cottrel, D. (1996). Estimating the extent and degree of gambling related problems in the Australian population: A national survey. Journal of Gambling Studies, 12, 161-178. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01539172
  7. Han, S. Y., Lee, H. P., Hur, T. K., & Jang, H. (2009). The actual condition, participation rate of gambling and prevalence of pathological gambling in South-Korea. The Korean Journal of Health Psychology, 14, 255-276. https://doi.org/10.17315/kjhp.2009.14.2.003
  8. Heo, J. H., & Han, B. S. (2001, June). An analysis of gambling participant addiction. Symposium conducted at the meeting of the 50th Tourism Sciences Society of Korea, Academic Symposium & Research Presentation, 177-188.
  9. Im, S. B., Lee, J. E., & Yang, S. (2007). An analysis of nursing research on addiction in Korea. Journal of Korean Academy Psychology & Mental Health Nursing, 16, 5-13.
  10. Kim, H. J. (1992). The relationship between perceived social support and the mental health status of persons receiving psychiatric care as outpatient. Journal of Korean Academy of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, 1, 51-67.
  11. Kim, K. H., & Bae, J. K. (2007). The subjective quality of life, self-esteem and social support of amateur gamblers in the cycle and motorboat races. The Korean Journal of Health Psychology, 12, 367-382. https://doi.org/10.17315/kjhp.2007.12.2.005
  12. Kim, K. H., & Kwon, S. J. (2003). Psychological characteristics and predictors of pathological gamblers. The Korean Journal of Health Psychology, 8, 261-277.
  13. Kim, K. Y. (2004). A study on the mental health and internet addiction of 2004 freshman at Ansan campus, Hanyang University. Journal of Student Guidance Research, 22, 277-300.
  14. Kim, T. J. (2001). A study on the Track Fan's behavioral characteristics and emotional features. Unpublished master's thesis, Yonsei University, Seoul.
  15. Kweon, G. Y., & Lee, H. J. (2002). A study on interrelationship between adolescent mental health and their use internet. Mental Health & Social Work, 13, 59-86.
  16. Lee, B. H., Kim, J. H., & Choi, M. K. (2009). The association between drinking behavior and mental health in an urban community. Journal of Korean Alcohol Science, 10, 141-153.
  17. Lee, B. Y., Lee, C. H., Lee, P. G., Choi, M. J., & Nam, G. K. (2000). Development of Korean version of AUDIT-K: Its reliability and validity. Journal of Korean academy of Addiction Psychiatry, 4, 83-92.
  18. Lee, H. P. (2003). The effect of irrational gambling belief to the pathological gambling. The Korean Journal of Clinical Psychology, 22, 415-434.
  19. Lee, H. K., & Lee, K. H. (2008). A survey on alcohol use of workers. Journal of Korean Academy Psychology & Mental Health Nursing, 17, 182-190.
  20. Lee, I. H. (2005). Gambling behavior, gambling-related problem, and the satisfaction with life among the residents who live in the location of casinos. Korean Journal of Psychological and Social Issues, 11, 67-82.
  21. Lesieur, H. R., & Rosenthal, R. J. (1991). Pathological gambling: A review of the literature. Journal of Gambling Studies, 7, 5-39. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01019763
  22. Park, S., Cho, M. J., Jeon, H. J., Lee, H. W., Bae, J. N., Park, J. I., et al. (2010). Prevalence, clinical correlations, comorbidities, and suicidal tendencies in pathological Korean gamblers: Results from the Korean Epidemiologic Catchment Area Study. Social Psychiatric Epidemiology, 45, 621-629. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s00127-009-0102-9
  23. Park, S. E. (2002). An analysis of satisfaction degree of horse racing participant between the sound and the addicted. Unpublished master's thesis, Kyonggi University, Suwon.
  24. Potenza, M. N., Fiellin, D. A., Heninger, G. R., Rounsaville, B. J., & Mazure, C. M. (2002). Gambling: An addictive behavior with health and primary care implications. Journal of General Internal Medicine, 17, 721-732. http://dx.doi.org/10.1046/j.1525-1497.2002.10812.x
  25. Potenza, M. N., Steinberg, M. A., & Wu, R. (2005). Characteristics of gambling helpline callers with self-reported gambling and alcohol use problems. Journal of Gambling Studies, 21, 233-254. http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s10899-005-3098-4
  26. Son, D. S., & Jung, S. Y. (2007). A study of the issues and impact on pathological gamblers. Mental Health & Social Work, 26, 377-407.
  27. Song, H. J., Hyun, M. Y., & Lee, E. J. (2011). Hope, self-care, and mental health in patients with chronic schizophrenia. Journal of Korean Academy Psychology & Mental Health Nursing, 20, 180-187. https://doi.org/10.12934/jkpmhn.2011.20.2.180
  28. The National Gaming Control Commission of Korea. (2008, November). Comprehensive plan of the gaming industry. Seoul: Author.
  29. Volberg, R. A. (1994). The prevalence and demographic of pathological gamblers: Implications for public health. American Journal of Public Health, 84, 237-241. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.84.2.237
  30. Welte, J. W., Barns, G. M., Wieczorek, W. F., Tidwell, M. C., & Parker, J. (2002). Gambling participation in the U. S.: Results from a national survey. Journal of Gambling Studies, 18, 313-337. http://dx.doi.org/10.1023/A:1021019915591