Longitudinal Study at Beit T'shuvah

There are significant links between substance abuse and problem gambling. This study is following the effects of treatment at a Jewish inpatient treatment center. It applies questionnaires on depression, impulsivity, readiness to change, and spirituatility, as well as others. Also, neurocognitive computer tests are being conducted to ascertain improvements to frontal lobe functioning.

Problem Gambling Treatment at the West Los Angeles VA

Veterans of the armed forces have higher rates of substance and behavioral addiction that that of the general population. This study is analyzing a pilot program intended to treat veterans with gambling problems using group and individual counseling sessions. This study also utilizes the self-help workbook created by UGSP.

Establishing Best Treatment Practices for Pathological Gamblers

There is substantial evidence that cognitive-behavioral treatment (CBT) can be greatly beneficial for pathological and problem gamblers. This study was begun to develop and test the effectiveness of a manualized CBT for pathological gamblers in order to determine the best treatment practices. UGSP will train a selected treatment provider in implementing the manual and in documenting treatment outcomes which will be tested in a controlled clinical trial.