behavioural and process addiction

User profile image Lynette Gilbeau -

The Convergence of Video Games and Gambling: Behavioural Similarities and Impacts on Wellbeing Events

Raschkowan Lecture Series: Gambling in the Digital Age, 2.0

Presenter: Dr. David Zendle, Department of Computer Sciences, University of York (UK)

Talk Abstract:

Loot boxes are items in video games that may be bought for real-world money, but which contain randomized contents. Over the past three years, a nascent literature has emerged which attempts to model the impact of this phenomenon on society. Dr. Zendle's lab has been at the heart of this evidence-generation process.

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User profile image Lynette Gilbeau -

The Convergence of Video Games and Gambling: Behavioural Similarities and Impacts on Wellbeing Events

Raschkowan Lecture Series: Gambling in the Digital Age, 2.0

Presenter: Dr. David Zendle, Department of Computer Sciences, University of York (UK)

Talk Abstract:

Loot boxes are items in video games that may be bought for real-world money, but which contain randomized contents. Over the past three years, a nascent literature has emerged which attempts to model the impact of this phenomenon on society. Dr. Zendle's lab has been at the heart of this evidence-generation process.

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User profile image Dr. Suanne Wong -

EHN Canada Event: Mental Health and Addiction Summit Events

You’re invited for EHN Canada’s special event:



 

Workplace Mental Health and Addiction Summit



 

Hosted by Ian Rabb, Regional Director of Business Development, EHN Canada



 

Program

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User profile image Angela -

ISAM-CSAM 2020 Scientific Conference: The World of Addiction: Now & the Future Events

The International Society of Addiction Medicine (ISAM) and the Canadian Society of Addiction Medicine (CSAM) 2020 is Now a Fully Virtual Conference

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User profile image Community -

Game-Bling Webinar Events

This free webinar being conducted by the YMCA of Greater Toronto's Youth Gambling Awareness Program is designed for service providers and parents of youth, we will explore the dangers of the blurred lines between gaming and gambling and provide tools to understand and support youth. 

To register visit: https://attendee.gotowebinar.c.../1769917261787436814

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