Open AccessProbable Pathological Gambling Behaviors in Macau: Social Cognitive Theory Approach
Author(s) -
Sao U. Chan,
Luis Miguel Dos Santos
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
journal of social science studies
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2329-9150
DOI - 10.5296/jsss.v6i1.12844
Subject(s) - pathological , addiction , psychology , cognition , monopoly , perspective (graphical) , social welfare , addictive behavior , gambling disorder , welfare , social psychology , psychiatry , political science , medicine , economics , law , pathology , artificial intelligence , computer science , market economy
Probable pathological gambling is one of the significant social issues after the release of the exclusive and monopoly system of gambling licenses from one owner to three casino operating concessions and eventually six sub-concessions in Macau. As a result, some residents in Macau had addicted to gambling behaviors and eventually became probable pathological gamblers. In fact, why these individuals become probable pathological gamblers and how did they become probable pathological gamblers should be identified to enhance the current social policy and regulations to assist and provide support to these people. This study employed the Social Cognitive Theory to explore the lived experiences and opinions from three ex-probable pathological gambling people in Macau. The result of this study aimed to provide and attract the attention of the social welfare department, policy makers, social workers and counselors in the field of gambling addiction.