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Is Winning Really a Win? The Influence of Gambling on Young Adults in Romania. A Survey-Based Study Cover

Is Winning Really a Win? The Influence of Gambling on Young Adults in Romania. A Survey-Based Study

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By: Lazăr-Ioan Trica and  Atalia Onițiu  
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|Feb 2026

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/scr-2025-0001 | Journal eISSN: 2068-8016 | Journal ISSN: 2068-8008
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Language: English
Published on: Feb 8, 2026
Published by: Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 2 issues per year
Keywords:
Gambling,
Economic impact,
Social effects,
Risks,
Youths
Related subjects:
Social sciences,
Sociology,
Sociology, other

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