New Research Establishes the Profile of Problem Gamblers in Macau
New research establishes the profile of problem gamblers in Macau. People who live alone, were middle-aged and divorced are more likely to be problem gambling. Age groups 35-54 are most likely for problem gaming. Faith may have something to do with it. Macao is trying to break its dependency on the sin industry. The study was carried out by Macauli Polytechnic University’sWai Ming To and Gui-Hai Huang.
Sic Bo, baccarat and slot machines are the most popular games played by Macau gamblers. One in five Macao casino guests may suffer from problem gambling.
New research establishes the profile of problem gamblers in Macau. Chinese men influenced by Confucianism and Buddhism see gambling as a socially reinforced activity.