The effects of task interruption and information presentation on individual decision making
ICIS '97 Proceedings of the eighteenth international conference on Information systems
Understanding Internet usage: a social-cognitive approach to uses and gratifications
Social Science Computer Review
The social impact of internet gambling
Social Science Computer Review - Special issue: Psychology and the internet
International Journal of Human-Computer Studies - Notification user interfaces
Population trends in Internet sports gambling
Computers in Human Behavior
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Internet gambling is a rapidly growing phenomenon, increasing in types of games and gambling opportunities, number of sites, owners and jurisdictions. In response participation and revenue generated by Internet gambling is also rising, along with the incidence of Internet gambling problems. In the unregulated environment it is difficult for players to be assured appropriate safeguards to protect them from harm, however, responsible gambling strategies are essential to reduce to risks of online gambling. Currently there is wide variation in the extent to which responsible gambling strategies are implemented, and little empirical support for their efficacy. Based on theoretical conceptualisation and empirical evidence taken from gambling and Internet research, this paper proposes the use of pop-up messages encouraging self-awareness to effectively increase responsible gambling and reduce the incidence of problem gambling. The paper describes the rationale for this strategy and key principles for the most effective implementation of this strategy. The conclusions drawn have significant implications for key stakeholders including industry, policy decision makers, regulators, academics and community members.