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Gambling Harms and Coping with Marginalisation and Inequality: Marginalisation, Isolation and Criminalisation in Great Britain

Author: National Centre for Social Research Published: March 2024

Summary

This report by the National Centre for Social Research examines gambling harms amongst marginalised communities in Great Britain. It synthesises evidence on rates, drivers, and support needs through six scoping reviews.

Topics covered

  • rates of gambling harm in different marginalised communities
  • drivers and motivations for gambling
  • barriers to accessing support services
  • recommendations for future research and policy

Key findings

Some marginalised groups experience higher rates of gambling harm, often driven by factors like:

- coping with difficult experiences or emotions
- social isolation
- financial motivations
- accessibility and inclusivity of gambling venues
- ease of connecting with others

Barriers to accessing support include:

- stigma
- lack of tailored services
- low awareness 

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