The Impact of Liberalization of Sports Betting in Canada
Sports betting
Recent legal changes in Canada have made sports betting more accessible than ever. However, little is known about the gambling-related harms that may be associated with this activity and its specific subtypes (e.g., in-play betting). Research in the ADMH Lab seeks to clarify the gambling-related harms as well as demographic, mental health, and addiction-related variables that are associated with sports betting. Additionally, we are examining sports betting advertisements in Ontario and Alberta, and how exposure to these advertisements may impact gambling behaviour.
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Current Research Projects
Longitudinal study of sports betting and related harms
This project recruited sports bettors and non-sports bettors across Canada to examine sports betting behaviours and harms over time as well as transitions in and out of sports betting as well as their related predictors.
Impact of sports betting advertisements on future sports betting
We are investigating whether exposure to sports betting advertisements impacts future sports betting as well as identifying who may be most impacted by sports betting advertisements.
Impact of sports betting advertisements on future sports betting
We are investigating whether exposure to sports betting advertisements impacts future sports betting as well as identifying who may be most impacted by sports betting advertisements.
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ADMH Lab Comorbidity Researchers
- Dr. Joshua Grubbs
University of New Mexico (USA)
- Dr. Matthew Keough
York University
- Dr. Daniel McGrath
University of Calgary
- Dr Philip Newall
University of Bristol (England)
Addictions and Mental Health Lab
We study the causes and impacts of substance and behavioral addictions to improve treatment and support for those affected.
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