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Annual GB Treatment and Support Survey 2021

Author: YouGov Published: May 2022
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Summary

This report by YouGov, commissioned by GambleAware, examines gambling behaviour and treatment demand in Great Britain in 2021, based on a survey of over 18,000 adults.

Topics covered

  • gambling participation and prevalence of harmful gambling
  • impacts on affected others
  • usage of and demand for treatment and support services

Key findings

This report found gambling participation has largely returned to pre-pandemic levels. There remains substantial demand for treatment and support, especially amongst problem gamblers, but barriers like stigma persist.
A holistic, long-term approach to support is needed, with clear information on confidential and accessible services.

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