All In The Mind
Ads, sports and games: how gambling infiltrated Australian culture
May 3, 2025
Hannah Pitt, a senior research fellow at Deakin University, and Anastasia Hironis, a clinical psychologist from the University of Technology Sydney, discuss the pervasive influence of gambling in Australian culture. They explore the ineffectiveness of responsible gambling messages, especially among youth, who see betting as socially normalized. The conversation touches on the risks of loot boxes in video games and the deep cultural acceptance of gambling advertising. Both experts advocate for stricter regulations to protect young Australians from the growing gambling landscape.
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- The pervasive presence of gambling ads and activities in Australia normalizes betting behaviors, significantly impacting youth perceptions of gambling as a social norm.
- The rise of online gambling options, such as loot boxes and social casinos, raises concerns about fostering gambling-like behaviors among young players.
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