Research on Internet Gambling

by Jerry "Jet" Whittaker
July 15, 2006

Gambling has slowly become a fad all over the world. But there is a lot of research done on it. Gambling has also been in a controversy since ancient times.

Topics for research on Internet gambling

Many researchers are interested in exploring gambling to a great extent. They are mainly interested to see the good and the bad effects of gambling on the society. Their interest also lies on what kind of people usually indulge in Internet gambling. The problems faced by the Internet gamblers and how to solve them are another criteria that they work on.

Module of research on Internet gambling

A recognized research module is somewhat in this manner. Initially the researchers would undertake a random digital dial survey of at least 13,000 adults. This would be followed by a detailed interview of 650 self-identified Internet gamblers. After this is done, a secondary analysis of the data acquired from the Internet gamblers is undertaken. This analysis is done with the help of a provincial prevalence studies conducted by Canadian Community Health Survey. After this the research will then appear on the various Internet sites for everyone to see and comment. This survey could even take three years for completion.

Benefits of research on Internet gambling

Research on Internet gambling offers general information about Internet gambling. This is very beneficial to regular Internet gamblers. The Internet gamblers can pick up the dos and don’ts from this research. The research also supplies strategies and tips in order to improve gambling skills. This research also deals with the general problems faced by Internet gamblers. This thus, helps the general mass interested in Internet gambling. With a comparison of this research to their own problems, the Internet gamblers can then solve their own problems too. The easy approach of Internet researchers assures the troubled Internet gamblers help and assistance.

Problems faced while carrying out research on Internet gambling

The process of carrying out research on Internet gambling is tedious and time consuming. Moreover, the survey undertaken by the researchers could not always be reliable. The interviewers could be influenced so that the researchers can get the answer according to their convenience. The interviewers may not always be co-operative.  

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