Psychology and Design of Young Adult Online Gambling
A comprehensive analysis revealing how the intersection of developmental psychology and predatory platform design creates a perfect storm for gambling harm among 18-35 year old's.
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A comprehensive analysis revealing how the intersection of developmental psychology and predatory platform design creates a perfect storm for gambling harm among 18-35 year old's.
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