This study is aimed at determining the relationship between the big five personality factors and sports betting among young adults in Accra, Ghana. The study is also aimed at determining the relationship between the gender differences on sports betting in Accra, Ghana and finally to determine the influence of religion on sports betting among young adults in Accra, Ghana. The study was a quantitative study which involved 190 participants from Accra, Ghana. The instrument used in the study includes a Mini IPIP FFM Personality scale and a Gambling Brief Questionnaire.
Findings from the study indicated that, personality types extraversion, neuroticism and openness to experience had a significant positive relationship with sports betting. Agreeableness and conscientiousness had a negative relationship with sports betting. Moreover, the findings from the study showed that males are more likely to engage in sports betting as compare to females. Also, the findings showed that religion has a moderate relationship between sports betting and personality types agreeableness and neuroticism. Such findings call for the need to intervene in sports betting engagements to ensure that issues pertaining to sports betting are tackled drastically to avoid the incidence of problematic gambling.
Table of Contents
1. CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the study
1.2 Statement of the problem
1.3 Aims and Objectives
1.4 Relevance of the study
2. CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1 Theorical framework
2.2 Personality type and sports betting among youths in Ghana.
2.3 Hypothesis
2.4 Operational definition of terms
3. CHAPTER THREE: METHODOLOGY
3.1 Design
3.2 Setting
3.3 Population and sample
3.4 Measures
3.4.1 The Mini IPIP FFM Personality scale
3.4.2 The Gambler’s Brief Questionnaire (GBQ)
3.5 Procedure
3.6 Statistical analysis
4. CHAPTER FOUR: RESULTS
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Demographic characteristics of participants
4.3 Relationship among the personality types and sports betting.
4.4 Gender differences and sports betting
4.5 Religion, personality types and sports betting
5. CHAPTER FIVE: DISCUSSION, RECOMMENDATIONS AND CONCLUSION
5.1 Implications of the study for interventions and policy.
5.2 Limitations and recommendations for future studies.
5.3 Conclusion
Research Objectives and Themes
This study investigates the influence of personality traits on sports betting behaviors among young adults in Accra, Ghana, while examining the mediating role of gender and religion in these activities.
- Analysis of the Big Five personality factors in relation to sports betting.
- Evaluation of gender-based differences in betting participation.
- Investigation of the influence of religious background on betting tendencies.
- Assessment of the implications for public policy and youth intervention strategies.
Excerpt from the Book
Statement of the problem
In Ghana, there is a rapid growth in sports betting among the youth due to their love for lottery and European games (Tagoe, Yendork, and Asante, 2018). Studies has shown that sports betting is a normal activity just for earning money and also for socialization among the youth (Glozah, Tolchard, and Pevalin, 2019). This behavior mostly results in poor job performance at the work place and also the loss of job (Tagoe et al, 2018). In the quest to minimize the consequences of sports betting among the youth, the gaming Act 721 (48) restrict children below the legal age (18 years) from practicing betting activities or gambling. But what do we see and hear? Children of school going age are spotted in their uniforms at gaming and betting centers staking various bets. In fact, this possess great danger to the country’s future. Although sports betting has positive impact on our economy by providing employment and revenue, this positive impact is outweighed by many negative influences which makes sports betting a problem in our society (Sewor, 2019). According to (Jackson, 2019), sports betting influences the social, family, educational and the wellbeing of the youth.
Summary of Chapters
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION: Outlines the rise of sports betting among Ghanaian youth, states the problem regarding the social and economic consequences, and defines the specific research objectives.
CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW: Discusses the theoretical framework of the Big Five personality traits and reviews prior research on the relationship between personality, gender, religion, and gambling behaviors.
CHAPTER THREE: METHODOLOGY: Details the quantitative cross-sectional survey design, the sampling method for 190 participants, and the measurement instruments utilized, including the Mini IPIP FFM scale and the GBQ.
CHAPTER FOUR: RESULTS: Presents the empirical findings, including demographic data, correlational analysis between personality types and betting, and t-test results comparing gender differences.
CHAPTER FIVE: DISCUSSION, RECOMMENDATIONS AND CONCLUSION: Interprets the study results in the context of existing literature, provides policy recommendations, and concludes the research findings.
Key Keywords
Sports betting, youth, Ghana, Big Five personality traits, Extraversion, Neuroticism, Openness, Agreeableness, Conscientiousness, gambling behavior, gender differences, religion, quantitative study, intervention, public policy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this study?
The study examines the relationship between the Big Five personality factors and sports betting engagement among young adults residing in Accra, Ghana.
What are the central themes of the research?
The central themes include the impact of personality traits, gender, and religion on the likelihood of young people engaging in sports betting activities.
What is the primary research goal?
To determine if innate personality factors, alongside demographic variables like gender and religion, serve as predictors or motivators for sports betting among the youth.
What scientific methodology was applied?
The researcher employed a quantitative cross-sectional survey design, collecting data from 190 participants using standardized questionnaires and analyzing them with SPSS.
What is covered in the main body (Chapters 2–4)?
These chapters include a literature review on personality theory and gambling, a detailed description of the study's design and instruments, and the reporting of statistical results.
Which keywords best characterize this work?
Key terms include sports betting, Big Five personality traits, Ghanaian youth, gambling behavior, and statistical correlation.
How does the study link personality types to gambling?
The study finds a significant positive correlation between sports betting and personality factors such as extraversion, neuroticism, and openness, while finding a negative relationship with conscientiousness and agreeableness.
What are the conclusions regarding gender?
The study concludes that male participants are significantly more likely to engage in sports betting compared to female participants in Accra.
Does religion play a role in the betting behavior of the youth?
Yes, the results indicate that religion mediates the relationship between sports betting and specific personality types, such as agreeableness and neuroticism.
- Quote paper
- Edward Bilson (Author), 2020, Personality Type and Sports Betting among the Youth in Ghana, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1334665
