Theory-based Intervention for Promoting Responsible Gambling Among College Students

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, LAS VEGAS · Oct 13, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a program called RESPONSIBLEPLAY© to see if it can help college students at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) gamble more responsibly. The goal is to find out if this program can reduce harmful gambling behaviors and encourage safer gambling practices among students who are at risk for gambling problems. To participate, you must be at least 21 years old, a UNLV student, and have a gambling behavior score that shows you might be struggling with gambling.

If you qualify and choose to take part, you'll attend three in-person sessions over three weeks, where you'll learn about responsible gambling. You'll also fill out surveys before the sessions, right after, and eight weeks later to see how you're doing. This study is not yet recruiting participants, and it’s important to note that those currently receiving treatment for gambling issues or individuals who have cognitive impairments will not be eligible to join.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Must be at least 21 years old.
• • Must be a enrolled UNLV student.
• • 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.
• • Individuals with cognitive impairments that would affect their ability to provide consent or participate in the intervention.
• • Individuals who are not fluent in English (since the intervention materials and assessments will be conducted in English).