RT Article
T1 Exploring the Gaps in Programming for Men and Women with a Gambling Disorder in the Correctional System in Canada
JF International journal of offender therapy and comparative criminology
VO 66
IS 13/14
SP 1366
OP 1386
A1 Jindani, Farah
A2 Cook, Steve
A2 Shi, Jing
A2 McAvoy, Steve
A2 Asch, Chris Myers
A2 Matheson, Flora I.
A2 van der Maas, Mark
A2 Sanchez, Sherald
A2 Ferentzy, Peter
A2 Turner, Nigel E. 1963-
LA English
YR 2022
UL https://krimdok.uni-tuebingen.de/Record/1816075531
AB The prevalence of problem gambling in the correctional system is about 10 times higher than in the general population, but programming for gambling problems in the correctional system is scarce. Examined barriers to treatment for problem gamblers in the correctional system, sex or gender differences, and options for program design. We conducted interviews with 16 experts who had worked with problem gamblers in the correctional system and analyzed the data in terms of themes. For barriers, the experts discussed a lack of awareness about problem gambling, as well as stigmatization and lockdowns. Experts described the content of current programs as equally applicable to both men and women, but that emotional components were more important for women. Finally, the experts had mixed views on whether programming should be integrated with other programs such as substance abuse. Programming implications for this population are discussed.
K1 Correctional System
K1 Qualitative Research
K1 Criminal Behavior
K1 Treatment
K1 Offenders
K1 Problem gambling
DO 10.1177/0306624X211013743