Relationship between Adverse Childhood Experiences and Gambling in Nevada
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Objectives: Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are associated with lasting health and behavioral effects. In this study, we assess the relationship between ACEs and gambling in the state of Nevada. Methods: Using 2018 Nevada Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) data, we assessed the relationship between ACEs and gambling behavior among 2768 participants. A composite score was used to assess 10 commonly researched ACEs; this continuous score was additionally categorized into 0 ACEs, 1-2 ACEs, 3 or more ACEs. We used weighted logistic regression to assess the relationship between ACEs scores and frequency of gambling. Results: Approximately 9% of study participants reported frequently gambling (one or more times a month). There was a positive association between the continuous ACEs score and frequently gambling in the fully adjusted model (p = .026). The odds of frequently gambling was 69% higher among those exposed to ≥ 3 ACEs compared to those who had no ACEs exposure (adjusted OR = 1.69; 95% CI 1.00-2.84; p = .048). Conclusions: The results show a relationship between ACEs and gambling in Nevada. This research contributes to the existing understanding of ACEs and their impact
Adverse Childhood Experiences · Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System · Environmental health · Injury prevention · Logistic regression · Mental health · Odds · Odds ratio · Poison control · Population · Psychiatry · Suicide prevention · Adolescent and Pediatric Healthcare · Childhood Cancer Survivors' Quality of Life · Clinical Psychology · Demography · Medicine · Psychology
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