A systematic review of adolescents sports gambling

Abstract

The objective of this study is to explore the topic of sports gambling among adolescents, as this activity has become increasingly prevalent among this demographic. A scoping review was conducted using the PRISMA approach, which involved the selection of 42 relevant studies from the Scopus database spanning the period from 2007 to 2021. The review findings revealed that there is limited research specifically focused on understanding the motivations and intentions behind adolescent sports gambling. However, the majority of the studies indicated that young males exhibit a greater inclination towards engaging in gambling activities. This suggests a growing interest in and awareness of this issue, providing numerous opportunities for future research to investigate the motivations and intentions of Generation Z adults in relation to sports gambling. Given the significant growth of gambling, it is important to note the lack of literature examining the satisfaction of needs and frustration of needs among adolescents with regard to sports gambling. Initiatives that address this gap in research would be valuable in expanding our understanding of the motivations and intentions underlying teenage sports gambling, ultimately leading to the implementation of effective measures aimed at reducing gambling-related problems among adolescents.