Gambling Addiction as a Social Problem: Mechanisms of Socio-psychological Prevention and Legal Regulation

Abstract

The aim of the work is to assess the possibility of using law as a mechanism for preventing gambling addiction. The article presents statistical data describing the severity and prevalence of this problem. The greatest urgency of solving this issue in relation to children and adolescents is confirmed. The results of sociological studies related to the assessment of addiction to gambling, computer games and the Internet are presented. The regulatory framework governing gambling in the Russian Federation has been identified and systematized. The main mechanisms of socio-psychological prevention and legal regulation of gambling addiction are shown.