Apostas Online e Perfil de Jogadores: uma análise com acadêmicos do Centro de Ciências Sociais Aplicadas da UEM

Online Betting and Player Profile: An Analysis of Students from the Applied Social Sciences Center at UEM

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the practice of online betting among students enrolled in programs at the Applied Social Sciences Center (CSA) of the State University of Maringá (UEM). Specifically, it sought to identify the prevalence of gambling and betting participation among students, as well as to understand the profile of practitioners and the implications of this activity on their financial and mental health. Adopting a quantitative approach, data were collected through questionnaires distributed via Google Forms to undergraduate students in Business Administration, Accounting Sciences, Economics, and Law at UEM. The results revealed that approximately 30% of participants reported engagement in gambling and betting activities. Among these, male players aged between 18 and 24 years predominated, with entertainment as their primary motivation. Most participants reported engaging in betting infrequently and did not identify negative consequences at the time of the study, although significant impacts were observed in isolated cases. This study contributes to the understanding of gambling and betting behaviors within the academic environment, highlighting the need for increased awareness regarding the potential financial and psychological risks associated with these practices.