Positive Play Academy Research
Below are some examples of recent research projects, published research articles and presentations. In addition, we undertake confidential responsible gaming related consultancy projects on a daily basis.
Origins of Positive Play: The First Ever Study to Conceptualize and Discuss Positive Play
Understanding Positive Play: An exploration of playing experiences and responsible gambling practices.
Wood, R.T.A., & Griffiths, M.D. (2014)
Journal of Gambling Studies, 1-20
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Development of the Positive Play Scale: The First Standardized Scale to Measure Responsible Gambling as a Player Outcome
Measuring responsible gambling amongst players: Development of the Positive Play Scale
Wood, R. T., Wohl, M. J., Tabri, N., & Philander, K. (2017)
Frontiers in psychology, 8, 227.
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Validation of the Positive Play Scale: Showing That the Positive Play Scale Works
An examination of the validity and reliability of the Positive Play Scale: findings from a Canadian national study.
Tabri, N., Wood, R. T., Philander, K., & Wohl, M. J. (2020)
International Gambling Studies, 1-14.
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An Informative Discussion About Positive Play and Responsible Gambling
Responsible Gambling as an Evolving Concept and the Benefits of a Positive Play Approach: A Reply to Shaffer et al
Tabri, N., Wood, R. T., Philander, K., & Wohl, M. J. (2020)
Journal of Gambling Studies, 1-8.
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Evaluation of the Positive Play Scale Quiz: Using Science to Show the Real-World Impact of Positive Play
Effects of personalized and normative feedback via the Positive Play Quiz on responsible gambling intention, self efficacy and behavior: A randomized controlled trial
Tabri, N., Wood, R. T., & Wohl, M. J. (2025)
Addiction, 120, 5, 1016-1027.
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Evaluation & Results: Research Showing How Positive Play Predicts Player Loyalty
The customer-brand relationship in the gambling industry: positive play predicts attitudinal and behavioral loyalty
Hollingshead ,S. J., Davis, C. J. & Wohl, M. J. (2024)
International Gambling Studies, 23, 1, 118-138.
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