Chinese Community Problem Gambling Project ()

"While Asian Americans report fewer mental health conditions than their white counterparts, they are more likely to consider and attempt suicide." #asianamericanmentalhealth

Problem gambling is often said to arise from other unresolved emotional or mental health issues. "Jiang also believes that the challenges of navigating different cultural identities puts Asian American students at a higher risk of mental health disorders. In addition, because Asian Americans are often seen as privileged compared to other students of colorbut lack white privilegeAsian students traverse a precarious zone in between, not necessarily fitting in with white or other BIPOC communities." #asianamericanmentalhealth

"Self-exclusion" is a tool that can help gamblers avoid problematic gambling. As its name implies, gamblers can, with the help of participating casinos, choose to bar themselves from the premises of gambling establishments.

"A 2017 study into gambling found kids as young as eight can be at risk of developing gambling problems, (with 40 per cent of kids aged between eight and 16 having gambled before)."

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"The qualitative research in the report revealed several barriers to seeking treatment, including a lack of awareness of online professional support services, a reduction in the number of appointments available with a mental health professional due to COVID-19, and no face-to-face options during lockdown."

Here are some firsthand stories from Asian Australians describing how problem gambling has affected their lives. Their stories are similar to those of Asian immigrants in other countries. #asianproblemgambling "Like many Chinese children, Paul grew up watching his family play cards and mahjong at social gatherings."

"The reluctance to reach out for treatment was largely due to the ‘stigma’ associated with gambling addiction, which was particularly prominent among women, the BAME community and individuals from a lower socioeconomic background."

In a previous study, the Chinese Community Problem Gambling Project has also found a strong link between problem gambling and domestic violence in the Chinese American community.

"In summary, we found that playing games that combine gambling and gaming was associated with increased risk across youth age groups. Parents who reported gambling, social casino play, and gambling concerns also tended to report these behaviours among and concerns for their children."

"Social workers and video game experts have raised concerns over the addictiveness of loot boxes, saying the thrill of not knowing what one might get stimulates the production of a biochemical known as dopamine which is linked to rewards and motivation. This can make loot boxes very addictive." #gamingaddiction #lootboxgambling

Due to COVID-19 outbreaks, casinos worldwide have experienced starts and stops with reopening. Is it safe to gamble at casinos and card rooms? "Just when gamblers thought it was safe to go back to casinos in Quebec, COVID-19 is giving them reasons to stay away. Because of a resurgence of the coronavirus, Loto-Québec has shut down parts of its operations once again."

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"Australians are the world’s most prolific gamblers based on per capita spending***. Every pay day for nine years, Lucas has gambled away his wages. The 38-year-old IT support analyst doesn’t bet to win, but to lose. It’s the only time the anxiety ebbs away and he can try and face life."