title: Symbols presentation modality as a determinant of gambling behavior.
abstract: In this study, the authors investigated the effects that modality of symbol presentation on video lottery terminals (sequential vs. simultaneous) has on gambling behavior. They predicted that sequential presentation would incite players to prolong their gambling session. Results confirmed this prediction and showed that modality of presentation is a determinant of gambling persistency. The authors discuss the relationship between modality of presentation, hopes of an imminent win, losses, and practical and theoretical issues about other cognitive and emotional elements that may influence gamblers' behaviors.
authors.affiliation: Department of Psychology, Laval University, Québec, Canada. Robert.Ladouceur@psy.ulaval.ca
authors.forename: Robert
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Ladouceur
authors.forename: Serge
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Sévigny
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000704:Analysis of Variance; D005260:Female; D005715:Gambling / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011792:Quebec; D018910:Video Games