Helping college students gamble responsibly
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a program to help UNLV students who gamble reduce risky behavior. It is designed for students who may be at risk for gambling problems but are not yet in treatment.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 21 years old.
- You must be a current UNLV student.
- You gamble sometimes (like betting on sports, cards, or online gambling).
- Your gambling habits may be causing some problems in your life (a short quiz will confirm this).
- You are not currently getting treatment for a gambling problem.
- You can speak and understand English well enough to follow the program and answer questions.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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