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Gambling Related Harms survey - professionals

Introduction

Gambling addiction is a recognised mental health condition. However, many people do not recognise that they have a gambling addiction. 'Gambling addiction' and 'gambling harms' are commonly used terms when people search for support. A definition of gambling harms is “gambling related harms are the negative impacts from gambling that influences the health and wellbeing of individuals, families, communities, and society”.

Talking about the harms people experience when we talk about addiction allows more people to understand how gambling might be impacting them and can allow people to recognise that they are experiencing gambling harms before it becomes addiction. 

What would I be asked to do if I chose to take part? 

If you agree to participate in the study, you will be asked to complete a brief survey to tell us about your views on gambling addiction and gambling related harms. You will be asked about your job role and your views on the existing provision.

Do I have to take part? 

No. It is up to you to decide to join the study. You do not have to take part. If you agree to take part, you will be asked to give your consent. Deciding not to take part, or withdrawing from the study, will not affect you in any way. As this survey is anonymous you will not be able to withdraw your data after submitting the survey. However, if during the survey you decide you do not want to take part you can close your browser and any data you provide until that point will not be used.  

What are the possible disadvantages, or risks, of taking part?  

There are minimal risks or disadvantages to taking part. If you are affected by any of the questions in the survey please let the researcher know and we will signpost you to further sources of ongoing support.  

What would happen to the information collected about me? 

The survey is anonymous. No individually identifiable information will be stored outside the main research team. No individual will be identified or identifiable in any report or publication arising from the study. We will keep all information about you safe and secure. The non-identifiable research data will be stored indefinitely on a secure password protected server at Hartlepool Borough Council. This is in case other scientists wish to raise questions about the results that need checking against the data.  

What will happen to the findings of the research study? 

The results may be published in a report for Hartlepool Bourgh Council, in scientific journals and presented at meetings and conferences. No personal information will be identifiable in any report, paper, or presentation.  

Who has approved this study? 

This study has been approved by Newcastle University Faculty of Medical Sciences Ethics Committee. This Committee includes members who are internal to the Faculty. This study was reviewed by members of the Committee, who must provide impartial advice and avoid significant conflicts of interests.

Thank you for reading this information sheet and for considering whether or not to take part in this study. If you have any questions, please contact publichealth2@hartlepool.gov.uk or Dr Kate Swainston via kate.swainston@newcastle.ac.uk 



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