Digital Scholarship@UNLV

Panel Session 2-1-F

Sports Betting Advertising: Waiting for the Storm that has Already Arrived

UNLV IGI International Conference on Gambling & Risk Taking

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-A: Recovery from Problem Gambling

The role of recovery capital in overcoming gambling addiction: A Nevada-based case study

Marta Soligo
Andrea Dassopoulos, UNLV

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-A: Recovery from Problem Gambling

Disrupting the relation between gambling cravings and problem gambling: The role of non-gambling passions

Devin Mills Ph.D, Texas Tech University
Lauren Lewis, Texas Tech University
Uibin Lee MA, Texas Tech University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-A: Recovery from Problem Gambling

The Push and Pull of Nostalgia: Sentimental Longing in a Fundamental Component of the Behavior Change Process

Michael J. A. Wohl, Carleton University
Mackenzie Dowson, Carleton University
Isabelle Bossom, Carleton University
Responsible Gambling Council
Nassim Tabri, Carleton University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-A: Recovery from Problem Gambling

The Nuance of Mindfulness among Gamblers and Video Game Players: Empirical Findings from Latent Profile Analysis and Links to Intervention for Problem Gambling and Problem Video Gaming

Vivien Wen Li Anthony, Rutgers University Center for Gambling Studies
Jackie Stanmyre, Center for Gambling Studies, Rutgers University
Devin Mills Ph.D, Texas Tech University
Lia Nower, Center for Gambling Studies, Rutgers University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-B: Technologies of Responsible Gambling

Gambling Digital Tools Across the Player Spectrum: Promising Practices and Future Opportunities

Melissa Salmon PhD, Responsible Gambling Council
Sasha Stark PhD, Greo

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-B: Technologies of Responsible Gambling

Massachusetts GameSense interaction data: Operationalizing a logic model

Marlene D. Warner, Massachusetts Council on Gaming and Health

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-B: Technologies of Responsible Gambling

How Norsk Tipping prevents problem gambling among online casino players

Bjorn H. Hoffmann

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-B: Technologies of Responsible Gambling

RG Smart Gambling Machines: A prevention model to respond to risky play in real time

Tracy Schrans, Focal Research Consultants Limited

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-C: Gamblers' Behavior

Best practice recommendations for designing responsible gambling messages: A scoping review

Seth McCullock

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-C: Gamblers' Behavior

Evaluation of gambling study pre-registrations: specificity & adherence

Robert Heirene, University of Plymouth, UK

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-C: Gamblers' Behavior

Weekly, monthly, yearly: Short and long term patterns of participation on a online community of lottery players

Mark van der Maas
Devin Mills, Center for Gambling Studies
Ray S. Cho, Center for Gambling Studies
Andrew H. Kim, Center for Gambling Studies

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-C: Gamblers' Behavior

High Illusion of Control Adolescents: A moderated mediation Analyses of the Effects of Forms of Counterfactual Thinking and Gender in Problem Gambling and Gaming

Larry Okechukwu Awo Dr., Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, Nigeria
George Nzeadi Duru Mr., Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas, Bonny, Nigeria

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-D: Policy and Regulation, Part 4

The House Doesn't Always Win

Jennifer OWEN

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-D: Policy and Regulation, Part 4

Evaluating the impact of cashless gambling for electronic gaming machines

Sally M. Gainsbury, University of Sydney, Australia
Thomas Swanton, University of Sydney, Australia

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-D: Policy and Regulation, Part 4

The Effect of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Policies on Sports Gambling

Keith Lowe, Jacksonville State University
Allen Gilbert, Jacksonville State University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-E: New Horizons and Generations in Gaming

Convergence of gambling and gaming? Young adults' perceptions of the interrelationships between gambling and video games

Andrée-Anne Légaré PhD, Université de Sherbrooke
Magali Dufour PhD, Université du Québec à Montréal
Natacha Brunelle PhD, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
Joël Tremblay PhD, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières
Mathieu Goyette PhD, Université du Québec à Montréal
Antoine Lemay BSc, Université du Québec à Montréal
Yasser Khazaal MD, Centre hospitalier universitaire vaudois

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-E: New Horizons and Generations in Gaming

Analysis of the changing behaviours of Chinese GenZ towards casino tourism: Implications to the Asian markets

LINQIAN HUANG

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-E: New Horizons and Generations in Gaming

Artificial intelligence use in sports betting for improved player interaction: Machine/human interface

Nasim binesh
Robert Rippee
Amanda Belarmino

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Session 2-1-E: New Horizons and Generations in Gaming

Gambling and experiences with spending money in games – children from state schools across the UK

Anca-Maria Gherghel

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Poster Session

Addressing Disparities for Gambling Treatment Service Use in the Latinx Community: Outreach, Education, Screening, and Referral by Community Health Workers

Michael D. Campos PhD, UCLA Gambling Studies Program
Abraham J. Caballero BS, UCLA Gambling Studies Program
Hugo Ramirez BS, Vision y Compromiso
Hanssel Walker BBA, Vision y Compromiso

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Differences in Positive Play Among Specific Sports Wagering Behaviors

Alexander Connolly
Shane W. Kraus, University of Nevada Las Vegas
Joshua Grubbs, Bowling Green State University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Problem Gambling in New Parents during COVID-19: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Katherine Silang

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Prevalence of Binge Eating and Problem Gambling Habits

Repairer Etuk
Shane W. Kraus, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Joshua B. Grubbs, Bowling Green State University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Measurement Models Matter: How Retrospective Calendar Versus Global Reports Yield Different Estimates of Treatment Outcome

Margaret L. Paul BS, Saint Louis University
Maria E. Meinerding MS, Saint Louis University
Jeremiah Weinstock PhD, Saint Louis University
Meredith K. Ginley, East Tennessee State University
James P. Whelan PhD, University of Memphis
Rory A. Pfund, University of Memphis

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Positive urgency uniquely predicts increased substance use and gambling and a decreased likelihood of binge eating and food addiction.

Deepika Bajaj
Sarah Farstad Dr.
Kristin M. von Ranson, University of Calgary

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Transdiagnostic prevention and intervention efforts are needed to address executive dysfunction

Maria E. Meinerding MS, Saint Louis University
Margaret L. Paul BS, Saint Louis University
Trinity N. Zweifel, Saint Louis University
Michael L. Mathews, Loyola University Chicago
Jeremiah Weinstock PhD, Saint Louis University
Rory A. Pfund PhD, University of Memphis

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Soft forms of gambling: popularity, availability, and their risk level

David Fiedor, Palacky University
Filip Kovařík, Palacky University
Miloslav Šerý, Palacky University
Jindřich Frajer, Palacky University
Miroslav Charvát, Palacky University
Eva Aigelová, Palacky University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Symptom Clusters in Individuals Seeking Treatment for Gambling Disorder

Blaine Stiglets

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Predicting Psychotherapy Session Attendance among Individuals Experiencing Gambling-Related Harms

Hannah G. Mitchell, East Tennessee State University
Meredith K. Ginley, East Tennessee State University
James Whelan Ph.D, University of Memphis
Rory A. Pfund Ph.D, University of Memphis

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Caesars Entertainment Responsible Gaming Messaging

Carolene Layugan

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

"Public welfare" factor’s impact on people’s willingness to gamble

Yuze Ji, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Somatic comorbidity among persons with diagnosed gambling disorder: a Finnish nationwide register study

Tanja Grönroos, Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare
Anne H. Salonen, Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare
Tiina A. Latvala, Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare
Anne Kouvonen, University of Helsinki

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

How Did Tribal Casinos Respond to the First Wave of the COVID-19 Pandemic?

Savannah Supan
Theodor Gordon, College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Treatment Among African Americans

Marley D. Fabijanic, University of Memphis
Rory A. Pfund, University of Memphis
Adrianna J. Valencia, University of Memphis
Meredith K. Ginley, East Tennessee State University
James P. Whelan, University of Memphis

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Dispositional Greed, Dark Trait, and Problem Gambling

Peter Egbe, Texas Tech University
Uibinq Lee MA, Texas Tech University
Devin Mills Ph.D, Texas Tech University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Does Twitter User Activity Promote Gambling-Related Content?

Marcos Lerma, University of Memphis
Rory A. Pfund Ph.D, University of Memphis
Adrianna J. Valencia, University of Memphis
E. Halle Smith, University of Memphis
James Whelan Ph.D, University of Memphis

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Exploring psychological characteristic of problem financial trading: The effect of self-control and dispositional greed

Uibin Lee MA, Texas Tech University
Devin Mills Ph.D, Texas Tech University
Lauren Lewis MA, Texas Tech University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Integrating Recovery Supports into Voluntary Self Exclusion

Odessa Dwarika

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Effects of Alcohol Consumption on Gambling Warning Message Recall and Recognition

Ji wan Son
Tori Horn, University of Memphis
Rory A. Pfund, University of Memphis
James Whelan Ph.D, University of Memphis

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Examining the Interaction between Financial Gambling Motives and Socioeconomic Status in Predicting Gambling in a U.S. Nationally Representative Sample

Christopher G. Floyd, Bowling Green State University
Shane W. Kraus, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Joshua B. Grubbs, Bowling Green State University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Poster Session

Examining the role of responsible gambling in associations between symptoms of trauma, gambling disorder, and gambling motivations: Results from a representative U.S. sample

Anthony King, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Gloria Wong-Padoongpatt, UNLV
Shane Kraus, UNLV
Joshua Grubbs, Bowling Green State University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Session 2-3-A: Measuring Problem Gambling

Gambling behaviors in Israel – results from the first epidemiological study

Belle Gavriel-Fried
Amit Loewenthal, Tel Aviv University
Noa Vana, Tel Aviv University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-A: Measuring Problem Gambling

Social, political and economic determinants of gambling behaviour: A cross-national analysis

Jaimie Tillsley, University of Nottingham
Richard Tunney PhD, University of Aston
Richard James PhD, University of Nottingham

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-A: Measuring Problem Gambling

Monitoring methods of gambling engagement and problem gambling levels within selected European countries.

Margaret Carran Dr, City University London

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-A: Measuring Problem Gambling

Problem Gambling in Germany: Results of a mixed-mode population survey

Gerhard Meyer, University of Bremen, Germany
Jens Kalke, Institute for Interdisciplinary Addiction and Drug Research, Germany
Sven Buth, Institute for Interdisciplinary Addiction and Drug Research, Germany

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-B: Identifying Gambling Patterns to Reduce Harm

Overtime: Long-Term Trajectories of Play among Highly-Involved and Less-Involved Online Sports Bettors

Sarah E. Nelson, Division on Addiction, Cambridge Health Alliance; Harvard Medical School

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-B: Identifying Gambling Patterns to Reduce Harm

Gambling Streams on Twitch: Cravings, Motivations, and Problem Gambling

Raymond Wu, The University of British Columbia
Brett Abarbanel PhD, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Mark R. Johnson PhD, The University of Sydney
Luke Clark PhD, The University of British Columbia

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-B: Identifying Gambling Patterns to Reduce Harm

The effect of television advertising on gambling behaviour: A quasi-experimental study during the 2022 Qatar FIFA World Cup

Ellen McGrane, The University of Sheffield
Rob Pryce, The University of Sheffield
Matt Field, The University of Sheffield
Elizabeth Goyder, The University of Sheffield
Luke Wilson, The University of Sheffield

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-B: Identifying Gambling Patterns to Reduce Harm

Alcohol Consumption while Gambling: New Evidence within a Responsible Gambling Framework

Tori Horn
Marcos Lerma, University of Memphis
Abby McPhail, University of Memphis
Rory A. Pfund, University of Memphis
James Whelan Ph.D, University of Memphis

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-C: Problem Gambling Treatment Considerations

Does Gambling-Focused Treatment Affect Mental Health and Quality of Life? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Shelby King
David P. Forman, University of New Mexico
Meredith K. Ginley, East Tennessee State University
Samuel C. Peter, Durham VA Health Care System
Nicholas W. McAfee, University of Mississippi Medical Center
James Whelan Ph.D, University of Memphis
Rory A. Pfund, University of Memphis

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-C: Problem Gambling Treatment Considerations

Clinical and Research Perspectives on Self-Esteem, Shame, and Self-Compassion in Treatment Seeking Problem Gamblers

Rory Reid

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-C: Problem Gambling Treatment Considerations

Are the Effects of Cognitive-Behavioral Techniques for Gambling-Related Harms Overestimated? A Meta-Analysis

Rory A. Pfund, University of Memphis
David P. Forman, University of New Mexico
Shelby A. King, East Tennessee State University
Meredith K. Ginley, East Tennessee State University
Samuel C. Peter, Durham VA Medical Center
Nicholas W. McAfee, University of Mississippi Medical Center
James P. Whelan, University of Memphis

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-C: Problem Gambling Treatment Considerations

Dissemination and Implementation of Recovey Programs for Gambling Disorder: Three-tier human resource development training programs for gambling disorder by a Mental Health and Welfare Center in Japan.

Keiji Kobara Dr., Shimane Prefectural Counseling Center for Physical and Mental Health

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-D: Policy and Regulation, Part 5

Gambling product risk: Emerging concerns and regulatory attention in Europe

Chris Percy

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-D: Policy and Regulation, Part 5

Can Sports Gambling become the Fount of Revenue Consistency?

Richard A. McGowan, Boston College

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-D: Policy and Regulation, Part 5

New Tribal Sports Betting Markets: The Outlook in California

Steven Andrew Light, University of North Dakota
Kathryn R.L. Rand, University of North Dakota

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-D: Policy and Regulation, Part 5

Predicting Risk to Sustainable Play - An AI Journey

Christopher Conroy, Future Anthem, UK

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-E: Mathematics and Statistics I

Estimation of Kelly fraction from Historical Returns

William Chin, DePaul University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-E: Mathematics and Statistics I

The locals casino as a social network – can an interconnected community of players detect differences in hold?

Jason D. Fiege, nQube Data Science Inc.
Anastasia (Stasi) D. Baran, nQube Data Science Inc.

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-E: Mathematics and Statistics I

Testing for Dice Control Based on Observations of the Length of the Shooter's Hand

Stewart N. Ethier, University of Utah
Hokwon Cho, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-3-E: Mathematics and Statistics I

The Rocket: Analyzing RTP (Return to Player), Payoff distribution and player behavior in crash games

Mikhail M. Sher, Monmouth University
Robert Haywood Scott III, Monmouth University
Jonathan A. Daigle, Monmouth University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-4-B: Special Topics

From Guest Surveys to Architect Interviews: How problem gambling research can improve casino designs’ response to community concerns

Glenn Nowak, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Mehmet Erdem, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-4-B: Special Topics

My lucky numbers

Pieter Remmers

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Session 2-4-B: Special Topics

Policy impacts online: Applying mixed methods in studying social media

Mark van der Maas
Lia Nower, Center for Gambling Studies, Rutgers University
Ray S. Cho, Center for Gambling Studies

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Panel Session 2-4-F

Career Pathways: Finding Your Way in a World of Opportunities

UNLV IGI International Conference on Gambling & Risk Taking

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Session 2-4-A: Predicting Problem Gambling

Criminological Evaluation of the Impact of Pathological Ludomania to Gambling among Nigerian Youths

George Nzeadi Duru Mr., Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas Bonny, Nigeria
Larry Okechukwu Awo Mr., Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas Bonny, Nigeria

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Session 2-4-A: Predicting Problem Gambling

Sports Wagering in the United States: What We Do and Don't Know

Joshua B. Grubbs, Bowling Green State University
Shane W. Kraus, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Session 2-4-A: Predicting Problem Gambling

Key Findings from the Massachusetts Gambling Impact Cohort (MAGIC) Study

Rachel A. Volberg, University of Massachusetts - Amherst
Robert J. Williams, University of Lethbridge

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Session 2-4-A: Predicting Problem Gambling

An Empirical Attempt to Operationalize Chasing Losses in Gambling Utilizing Account-Based Player Tracking Data

Michael Auer
Michael Auer, neccton
Mark Griffiths, Nottingham Trent University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Session 2-4-B: Special Topics

If You're Gonna Play the Game, Learn to Play it Right: Accessing and Using Gaming Collections at UNLV's Special Collections and Archives

Sarah Quigley

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Session 2-4-C: Subpopulation Research

Adolescent problem gambling and gaming behaviors: The predictive role of adverse childhood experiences and mental health symptoms

Jérémie Richard, McGill University
Jiaxuan Hannah Deng, McGill University
William Ivoska, Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling
Jeffrey Derevensky, McGill University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Session 2-4-C: Subpopulation Research

A pathway to gambling disorder among Jewish Ultra-Orthodox men in Israel

Noa Vana Dr., Tel Aviv University, The Bob Shapell School of Social Work
Yael Itzhaki-Brawn Dr., Tel Aviv University, The Bob Shapell School of Social Work
Belle Gavriel-Fried

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Session 2-4-C: Subpopulation Research

Social Capital and Gambling Risk Perception 'a Social Marketing Dilemma'

Otila Osborne, University of Otago, New Zealand
Maree Thyne, University of Otago, New Zealand
Kirsten Robertson, University of Otago, New Zealand
Janet Davey, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Session 2-4-E: Esports and Lootboxes

Exploring Attitudes and Cognitions Towards Game-Related Gambling: Results from a Survey Study

Topias Mattinen, Tampere University
Joseph Macey, University of Turku
Juho Hamari, Tampere University

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Session 2-4-E: Esports and Lootboxes

Exploring the effects of Gamblification on Esports Betting

Cecilia Diaz Dr, UCFB
Violet Justine Mtonga Dr, University of Salford

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Session 2-4-E: Esports and Lootboxes

A framework for understanding and identifying gamblification.

Joseph Macey

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM