Gambling and problem gambling in Ontario 2005 [Canada]

The overall goal of the present study is to improve understanding of the extent and nature of gambling among adults in Ontario. The key objectives of the study included: 1) to determine the prevalence of gambling and problem gambling within the population of adults in Ontario, 2) to describe and analyze the characteristics and behaviours of individuals with gambling problems in terms of gambling activities, time and money spent, strategies to manage gambling, and socio-demographic qualities, 3) to gain a better understanding of the transition and stability of gambling problems, as well as the difficulties associated with gambling in terms of precipitating factors and consequences, and 4) to compare and analyze trends between 2001 and 2005 with regard to levels of gambling, problem gambling, and the impact of problem gambling on others. This is the CPGI study of the prevalence of gambling and problem gambling in Ontario (N=3,604).