The National Survey on Gambling Attitudes and Gambling Experiences (NGAGE 1.0) conducted in 2018 provides crucial baseline data on U.S. gambling behavior before the widespread legalization of sports betting. This comprehensive study, commissioned by NCPG, offers valuable insights into American gambling habits and attitudes.

Key Findings:

• Gambling is widely popular in America, with most participants engaging in multiple betting activities (average of three different types)
• Legal restrictions have minimal impact on gambling participation
• Lottery is the most common form, with 66% of respondents reporting purchases in the past year
• Most gamblers report no negative consequences from their gambling
• Young adults show higher risk for gambling-related problems
• Sports bettors demonstrate particularly elevated risk for gambling issues
• Significant public misconceptions and stigma exist around problem gambling

Research Scope:

The survey examines:

• Gambling participation rates
• Problem gambling indicators
• Public attitudes and beliefs
• State-specific trends
• Policy implications

Methodology:

NCPG partnered with Ipsos to conduct this national consumer study, representing the first major research on gambling attitudes since the 1999 National Gambling Impact Study Commission. The survey provides state-level analysis and comprehensive data for addressing gambling addiction treatment and policy development.

Policy Implications:

As legalized gambling continues to expand across the United States, collaboration between governments, industry stakeholders, and service providers is essential to implement harm-reduction policies effectively.

Note: This survey is not a study of gambling addiction prevalence but rather a comprehensive examination of gambling attitudes and experiences in the United States.

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