Betting high, feeling low: a cross-sectional examination of gambling severity and psychological distress among Ghanaian youth

• Main Authors: Emmanuel Manu (Author), Francis Acquah (Author), Mbuyiselo Douglas (Author), Emmanuel Akitty (Author), Emefa Priscilla Zanu (Author), Mary Akua Ampomah (Author), Prince Owusu Adoma (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Little is known about the nexus between online gambling and psychological distress among youth, especially in Ghana. This study aimed to investigate the effects of online sports betting on psychological distress, focusing on depression, anxiety, and stress among young individuals...