Background Information
It is likely that gambling (the act of betting something of value on the outcome of a game or event) has been around for centuries, although general public acceptance of gambling is more common now than in the past. An individual's gambling can be viewed on a continuum from social to compulsive.
- CQ Researcher This link opens in a new windowReference tool/magazine that gives overviews of major topic areas. Includes articles, lists of other resources, as well as Pro and Con sides for most topics.
- The Encyclopedia of Addictions and Addictive BehaviorsExplores the social, medical, legal and political issues related to addiction and associated behaviors.
- The Gale Encyclopedia of Mental HealthProvides detailed information on mental disorders and conditions. Examines the topic of gambling as it applies to mental health and addiction.
- Global Social Issues : An EncyclopediaProvides an overview of the topic of gambling from a global perspective and examining global trends of behavior.