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Chinese migrants more vulnerable to problem gambling (ABC)

30 May 20140 comments

Chinese migrant gamblers are five times more likely to fall victim to problem gambling than the general gambling population, new research has found.

Class ideals and cultural isolation are contributing to a higher rate of problem gambling in Australia’s Chinese community, with a lack of culturally appropriate support services adding to the vulnerability.

Read more: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-05-29/chinese-migrants-vulnerable-to-problem-gambling-addiction/5481606