The estimated figure forms part of a prevalence update on “gambling treatment need and support” undertaken by the Office for Health Improvement & Disparities (OHID), reporting to the Department of Health and Social Care.
Providing a breakdown of treatment needs, the update cites that a majority of 970,000 adults (60%) may require ‘level 2 intensity’ treatment, involving two to three sessions of motivational interviewing by specialist practitioners.
Deeper care is required for 243,000 adults who require ‘level 4 intensity’ treatment, involving between eight and 14 sessions of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) led by psychologists.
Intensive treatment is recommended for 40,000 adults, overseen by a 12-week residential programme with one-to-one therapy and group sessions.
A breakdown of regional estimates sees London index the highest prevalence for..