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Help and support for gambling harm among United Kingdom Armed Forces personnel: A mixed-methods study
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Justyn Larcombe,
Matt Fossey,
Simon Dymond
Journal of Health Services Research & Policy
Swansea University Authors:
Blair Biggar, Hannah Champion, Matthew Jones, Glen Dighton , Simon Dymond
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DOI (Published version): 10.1177/13558196251409041
Abstract
Objectives: To explore the accessibility of mental health and gambling related support within the United Kingdom (UK) Armed Forces and investigate potential barriers to engagement. Methods: We conducted a survey of Armed Forces service personnel (n = 438) and specialist healthcare and welfare staff...
| Published in: | Journal of Health Services Research & Policy |
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| ISSN: | 1355-8196 1758-1060 |
| Published: |
SAGE Publications
2025
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| URI: | https://cronfa.swan.ac.uk/Record/cronfa71106 |
| Abstract: |
Objectives: To explore the accessibility of mental health and gambling related support within the United Kingdom (UK) Armed Forces and investigate potential barriers to engagement. Methods: We conducted a survey of Armed Forces service personnel (n = 438) and specialist healthcare and welfare staff (n = 94) regarding gambling harm and related challenges. Results: Personnel rarely sought on-base support and recognition of existing service provision was low. Among those who did seek help, healthcare and welfare staff were equally effective in engaging with personnel, with greater professional experience playing a key role in fostering meaningful interactions. Conclusions: Improving access to specialist gambling harm support may enhance help-seeking. |
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| Keywords: |
gambling, armed forces, help-seeking |
| College: |
Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences |
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This work was supported by an award from Greo Evidence Insights as part of its Safer Gambling Information programme. |