Problem gambling and its impact on families: a literature review

Kalischuk, Ruth Grant; Nowatzki, Nadine; Cardwell, Kelly; Klein, Kurt; Solowoniuk, Jason

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Problem gambling and its impact on families: a literature review

Kalischuk, Ruth Grant, Nowatzki, Nadine, Cardwell, Kelly, Klein, Kurt, Solowoniuk, Jason·2006·International Gambling Studies

DOI 10.1080/14459790600644176

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This paper offers an overview of the existing literature concerning problem gambling and families and identifies gaps in current research knowledge on this topic. Relevant theoretical perspectives are outlined and the role of familial factors in the development of problem gambling is discussed. This is followed by a focused review of the effects of problem gambling on family members, specifically the spouse, children and parents. Available treatments and therapies for family members are also reviewed. The paper concludes by identifying the limitations of existing knowledge and some directions for future research on this topic.

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Authors: Kalischuk, R. G., Nowatzki, N., Cardwell, K., Klein, K., & Solowoniuk, J.
Affiliations: University of Lethbridge (CA)
University of Manitoba (CA)
ORCID: Klein, Kurt
Venue: International Gambling Studies
Publisher: Informa UK Limited
Published: 2006-06
Volume: 6
Issue: 1
Pages: 31-60
ISSN: 1445-9795 (ISSN-L)
1479-4276
DOI: 10.1080/14459790600644176
OpenAlex: W2026646609
Cited by: 220
References: 74
Citations by year: 2026: 7 · 2025: 13 · 2024: 6 · 2023: 11 · 2022: 13 · 2021: 17 · 2020: 11 · 2019: 15 · 2018: 15 · 2017: 18 · 2016: 12 · 2015: 15 · 2014: 14 · 2013: 11 · 2012: 9
FWCI: 5.17
Type: journal article
Language: en
Open access: closed
Locations: International Gambling Studies (publishedVersion)
RePEc: Research Papers in Economics (submittedVersion)
Topics: Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › Gambling Behavior and Treatments
Health Sciences › Medicine › Epidemiology › Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › Grief, Bereavement, and Mental Health
Keywords: problem gambling, family impact, family factors, family therapy, gambling treatment, theoretical approaches

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