As the boundaries between investing, gaming, and gambling continue to blur in the digital era, this seminar examines emerging high-risk behaviors such as cryptocurrency trading, speculative stock options, and the gamblification of video games. Participants will explore how technology, psychological reinforcement, and social norms contribute to increased risk, compare these activities to traditional gambling, and identify individuals who may be especially vulnerable from a public health perspective.
At the end, you will be able to:
- Identify and describe at least three distinct forms of nontraditional gambling, including high-risk stock/options trading, cryptocurrency speculation, and the gamblification of video games (e.g., loot boxes).
- Articulate two key differences between traditional gambling and modern speculative activities, focusing on the areas of social perception, accessibility, and the illusion of skill.
- Recognize three specific psychological or demographic risk factors that increase an individual’s susceptibility to developing problematic behaviors related to these nontraditional forms of gambling.
This workshop is 1.5 hours in length. It is FREE to attend.
UCLA Provider Network Session (Optional & Not Eligible for CE's) will take place after the workshop from 10:30am - 11:30am PST.