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

Session Title

Session 2-3-C: Problem Gambling Treatment Considerations

Rory ReidFollow

Presentation Type

Paper Presentation

Location

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

Start Date

24-5-2023 1:30 PM

End Date

24-5-2023 3:00 PM

Disciplines

Clinical Psychology | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy | Social Work | Substance Abuse and Addiction

Abstract

The relationship between self-esteem, shame, and self-compassion in problem gamblers is poorly understood. Most providers understand the importance of addressing these common challenges in treatment, but approaches vary. This presentation summarizes the research on these constructs more broadly as they relate to other addictions with possible applications for problem gambling. As part of this presentation, data will be shared about these constructs drawn from a sample of treatment seeking problem gamblers (N=60) to understand how these issues relate to gambling severity. Finally, suggestions will be made for clinical providers about strategies to consider when addressing shame and poor self-esteem in problem gamblers using cognitive behavioral approaches and compassion focused modalities.

Keywords

gambling disorder, shame, self-compassion, self-esteem

Author Bios

Dr. Reid is a Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Research Psychologist at UCLA in the Gambling Studies Program. He is an International Certified Gambling Counselor who is also licensed in Nevada and works with problem gambling patients in Las Vegas. Dr. Reid has published research on gambling disorder and other mental health topics in the scientific literature, he mentors student interns, and has trained clinical providers around the world on behavioral addictions and mental health.

Funding Sources

Salary compenstaion from UCLA. No conflicts of interest exist for this presentation.

Competing Interests

None.

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May 24th, 1:30 PM May 24th, 3:00 PM

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

Park MGM, Las Vegas, NV

The relationship between self-esteem, shame, and self-compassion in problem gamblers is poorly understood. Most providers understand the importance of addressing these common challenges in treatment, but approaches vary. This presentation summarizes the research on these constructs more broadly as they relate to other addictions with possible applications for problem gambling. As part of this presentation, data will be shared about these constructs drawn from a sample of treatment seeking problem gamblers (N=60) to understand how these issues relate to gambling severity. Finally, suggestions will be made for clinical providers about strategies to consider when addressing shame and poor self-esteem in problem gamblers using cognitive behavioral approaches and compassion focused modalities.