This report presents the findings of the 2009 Newfoundland and Labrador Gambling Prevalence Study conducted by MarketQuest Research on behalf of the Department of Health and Community Services, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador. Three years following the completion of the 2005 Newfoundland and Labrador Gambling Prevalence Study, the Department would now like to follow up with a second gambling prevalence study to observe and track gambling trends in the province. This study will gather data with respect to:

• The prevalence of gambling and problem gambling in the province;

• Profiles of gambler sub-types and players of certain gambling activities;

• The relationship between gambling and correlates of gambling including substance use and mental health;

• Consequences related to gambling; and

• Awareness of support and treatment services.

Prospective presenters are invited to submit proposals to present at the 19th Annual National Association for Gambling Studies Conference. The conferences attract and welcome national and international presentations from the full spectrum of speakers, ranging from internationally renowned experts to students giving their first academic presentation. The aim of the conference is to be an international forum for discussion on all areas of gambling research.

Deadline for submissions is July 31st, 2009.

Nadine Kauffman
Manager, Information Services
Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org

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