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Examination of the Problem Gambling Severity Index for Use With Older Adults:

A Rasch Model Approach

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About the Course

The article evaluates the utility of the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI) when applied to older adults. Using a Rasch model approach, the study analyzes data from older adults to determine the dimensionality, fit, and effectiveness of the PGSI in measuring gambling severity among this demographic. The findings reveal the strengths and limitations of the PGSI in differentiating problem gambling severity for older populations, while also highlighting areas for potential improvement to increase its accuracy and reliability.

This course is based on the reading-based online article, Examination of the Problem Gambling Severity Index for Use With Older Adults: created by Dr. Julie A. Gorenko et al in 2022.

Publication Date

Journal of Gambling Studies Jul 2022

Course Material Authors

Course Material Authors authored the material only, and were not involved in creating this CE course. They are identified here for your own evaluation of the relevancy of the material this course is based on.

Dr. Julie A. Gorenko

Dr. Julie A. Gorenko is a researcher at the Department of Psychology, University of Calgary. She specializes in psychometrics and gambling behavior research, focusing on the application of advanced statistical models to evaluate gambling-related tools. This is her first work published in a peer-reviewed journal.

Dr. Candace A. Konnert

Dr. Candace A. Konnert is a professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Calgary. She has extensive experience in clinical psychology, with a focus on aging and mental health in older adults. This is her first work published in a peer-reviewed journal.

Course Creator

Allison Brown, LCSW 149014591

Allison Brown holds a BS degree in Criminal Justice with a Psychology focus and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who currently works at a Long-Term Insurance company bringing clinical experience to claim processes. Additionally, she developed and continues to lead the Continuing Education Program for Social Workers and Nurses and often leads complex process improvement projects Prior to this, her primary focus was in mental health and worked in both the outpatient and inpatient settings providing support to adults with mental illness.

Recommended For

Counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists and social workers. This course is appropriate for intermediate and above levels of knowledge.

Course Objectives:

After taking this course, you should be able to:

  1. Describe the application of the Rasch model for assessing gambling severity among older adults
  2. Identify the limitations of the PGSI in assessing gambling severity in older adults
  3. Evaluate the implications of using standardized measures for older populations

Availability

This course is available starting Dec 5th, 2024 and expires Dec 4th, 2034

Disclosure to Learners

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

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National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)

1.25 CE credit hour – eligible until Dec 31st, 2030

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NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC)

1.25 CE credit hour – eligible until Dec 31st, 2030

This course has been approved by CE Learning Systems, service provider of CE-Credit.com, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #107243, CE Learning Systems is responsible for all aspects of their programming.

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International Problem Gambling and Gaming Certification Organization (IPGGC)

1.25 CE credit hour – eligible until Dec 31st, 2030

CE Learning Systems is approved by the International Gambling Counselor Certification Board to sponsor continuing education. CE Learning Systems maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

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Course Material

References begin on page 575.

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