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Behavior genetic research on gambling and problem gambling: a preliminary meta-analysis of available data.
Journal of gambling studies - 1 Jan 2001
Walters G D
Abstract excerpt
A meta-analysis of family and twin studies on gambling and problem gambling was initiated in an effort to determine the probable role of genetic factors in high risk wagering. Two twin studies and 17 investigations employing the family history or family study method were included in this meta-analysis. A summation of the 19 studies produced a small but significant overall effect size (weighted phi = .10,...
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