The role of self-directed tools and strategies in reducing gambling harm: An explore report

Authors: Behavioural Insights Team, Ranganathan, A., Dercsényi, B., Kiryakova, R., Collerton, E., Persian, R., Bush-Evans, R., Arden-Close, E., McAlaney, J.

Publication Date: 26/01/2026

Publisher: GambleAware

Abstract:

This report explores why and how people who wish to reduce, quit, or manage their gambling engage with self-directed tools and strategies in Great Britain. It discusses these experiences across awareness, motivation, uptake, engagement and impact, identifying barriers and facilitators to inform recommendations for the sector explored further in the Final Synthesis report.

https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/41845/

https://www.gambleaware.org/our-research/publication-library/articles/the-role-of-self-directed-tools-and-strategies-in-reducing-gambling-harm-an-explore-report/

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