Review of the application for EMDR therapy in the treatment of pathological gambling – case report

Pathological gamblers may be candidates for EMDR because of the potential existence trauma that may trigger pathological gambling behavior.

Article Abstract

“Gambling is a phenomenon encountered in various forms in almost all cultures. Modern forms of gambling have expanded with the use of mechanical appliances and electronic devices and have crept into our communities and our homes. We distinguish between social, professional and pathological gambling. Social gambling is a culturally acceptable recreational activity that does not have a preoccupying character and does not cause serious negative consequences. It is often used as relaxation or entertainment. On the other hand, certain professionals deal with gambling as a life vocation. Professional gambling is performed by trained, skilled and disciplined people. However, there are people who cannot control their impulses for various reasons, so they fall into a serious problem known as pathological gambling. Pathological gambling is a psychosocial behavioral disorder that consists of frequent, recurrent episodes of gambling that dominate a person’s life, as far as damaging social, work, material, and family values and obligations (Hasanoviü & Pajeviü 2018, 2019).”

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Hasanovic, M., Tufekcic, A., Oakley, Z., & Hasanovic, M. (2021). Review of the application for EMDR therapy in the treatment of pathological gambling – case report. Psychiatria Danubina, 33(Suppl 1), 70-76. Retrieved from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/349670710_Review_of_the_Application_of_EMDR_Therapy_in_the_Treatment_of_Pathological_Gambling_-_Case_Report