Gambling has been widely studied for its psychological effect, especially on problem gamblers. Financial losses, problems in personal relationships, and consequences on mental health are investigated. But there is a less explored group: recreational gamblers. They gamble for fun and occasionally, without falling into addictive behavior. Even so, losses can affect their emotional well-being. Therefore,…

Casinos are not just places of entertainment. They are a cross between architectural design and spatial psychology. Every element is planned to influence the player: from the layout of the machines, to the lighting, to the absence of clocks and windows. This strategy, called “environmental design psychology,” seeks to lengthen the dwell time and increase…