Increased temporal discounting and reduced model-based control in problem gambling are not substantially modulated by exposure to virtual gambling environments.
Luca R. Bruder, Ben Wagner, David Mathar, Jan Peters
This study examines the effects of virtual gambling environments on problem gamblers and controls, finding increased physiological arousal but no substantial behavioral or physiological changes beyond craving.
bioRxiv · Sep 16, 2021 · PreprintNeuroscience