Responsible Gambling Program for Gambling Addiction

Overseen By Sidath C Kapukotuwa, MS

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Disqualifiers: Gambling treatment, Cognitive impairments, others

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 5

60 Participants Needed

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if the RESPONSIBLEPLAY© intervention helps promote responsible gambling behaviors in University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) students aged 21 and older who have a Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI) score of 3 or higher. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does the intervention reduce harmful gambling behaviors? Does the intervention increase responsible gambling practices? Researchers will compare participants receiving the RESPONSIBLEPLAY© intervention with those receiving a knowledge-based intervention to see if the RESPONSIBLEPLAY© intervention is more effective. Participants will: Attend three face-to-face sessions on responsible gambling over three weeks. Complete surveys before, after, and eight weeks after the intervention to track their progress.

Research Team

Manoj Sharma, PhD

Principal Investigator

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV)

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for college students aged 21 and over who score at least a 3 on the Problem Gambling Severity Index, indicating some level of gambling issues. It's designed to see if a special program can teach them to gamble more responsibly.

Inclusion Criteria

I am at least 21 years old.

Must engage in gambling activities

Must have a score of 3 or higher on the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI), indicating at-risk or problem gambling behavior.

Exclusion Criteria

Participants currently receiving treatment for gambling disorders

I am able to understand and consent to participate in the study.

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

1-2 weeks

Intervention

Participants attend three face-to-face sessions on responsible gambling over three weeks

3 weeks

3 visits (in-person)

Follow-up

Participants complete surveys to track progress and evaluate long-term impact of the intervention

8 weeks

2 visits (virtual)

Treatment Details

Interventions

• RESPONSIBLEPLAY© MTM-Based Intervention

Trial Overview The study tests RESPONSIBLEPLAY©, an intervention based on motivational techniques, against a standard knowledge-based approach. Participants will attend three sessions and complete surveys to measure changes in their gambling behavior.

Participant Groups

Group I: RESPONSIBLEPLAY© MTM-Based Intervention Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Participants will receive a theory-based intervention designed to promote responsible gambling behaviors using the Multi-theory Model (MTM) of health behavior change. The intervention focuses on both the initiation and sustenance of responsible gambling through six constructs: Participatory Dialogue: Discussing the pros and cons of responsible gambling. Behavioral Confidence: Building confidence to practice responsible gambling. Changes in the Physical Environment: Modifying surroundings to limit gambling opportunities. Emotional Transformation: Managing emotions to maintain behavior change. Practice for Change: Planning and practicing responsible gambling strategies. Changes in the Social Environment: Leveraging support from family, friends, and professionals. This intervention aims to provide practical strategies for adopting and maintaining responsible gambling behaviors.

Group II: Knowledge-Based Intervention Active Control 1 Intervention

Participants will receive educational content about the risks of gambling and strategies for responsible gambling in the form of lectures and reading materials.

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Lead Sponsor

Trials

81

Recruited

14,700+