Research on Self-Exclusion Programs
Self-exclusion is one of the most widely used responsible gaming strategies. These programs allow individuals to literally “exclude” themselves from a gaming venue as a way of dealing with problematic gambling behavior. Scientific research on the safety and effectiveness of self-exclusion is just now catching up to the establishment of such programs, which began more than a decade ago. This August 2010 edition of Issues & Insights highlights selected peer-reviewed studies in this emerging area of research.