Who do tipsters really work for? Following tipsters on social media linked to higher gambling risk in adolescents
Medical Xpress
Following social media tipsters is associated with increased gambling intention, frequency, and vulnerability among adolescents.Summary
A study led by Miguel Hernández University of Elche and the University of Vigo found that adolescents actively following tipsters show higher gambling intention, frequency, and severity. The research highlights mechanisms like normative influence and illusion of control, and calls for stricter regulation and media literacy interventions.
(Source：Medical Xpress)