This week, The WAGER reviews a study by Robert Heirene and colleagues that investigated the accuracy of self-reported gambling outcomes when compared to actual betting records. Read more →
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STASH, Vol. 18(1) - Cannabis use to cope with race-related stress among incarcerated African American men
This week, STASH reviews a study by Jardin Dogan and colleagues that examined the association between race-related stress and cannabis use among incarcerated African American men. Read more →
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Tuesday, January 11, 2022
ASHES, Vol. 18(1) - Peer pressure: The influence of social network on adolescent smoking
This week, ASHES reviews a study by Georges E. Khalil and colleagues that examined the relationship between social network position and smoking among teens in Scotland. Read more →
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Tuesday, January 04, 2022
The DRAM, Vol. 18(1) – Planning vs. doing: Intended and actual use of alcohol-related protective behavioral strategies among college students
This week, The DRAM reviews a study by Anne M. Fairlie and colleagues that examined the extent to which college students’ plans for using different types of alcohol-related protective behavioral strategies were associated with actual protective behavioral strategy use. Read more →
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Addiction & the Humanities - Are video games normalizing addictive behaviors?Video games often contain ‘adult’ content that may not be appropriate for younger players, such as gambling and alcohol, tobacco, and other substance use. Addiction & the Humanities explores the pervasiveness and portrayal of these themes within video games and discusses the implications they may have on stakeholders and consumers – including children and adolescents.
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Addiction & the Humanities - The portrayal of Gambling Disorder in Uncut GemsThis week, Addiction & the Humanities looks at a portrayal of Gambling Disorder in Uncut Gems, a film that depicts the story of a New York City jewelry dealer who continues to gamble despite his increasing debt.
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Addiction & the Humanities - Does Netflix have a smoking problem?Depictions of tobacco use are on the rise in programming found on streaming platforms. This week, Addiction & the Humanities investigates smoking imagery in popular shows that attract young viewers, such as Netflix’s Stranger Things.