Addictive Behaviours Laboratory

Addictive Behaviours Laboratory

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The ABL conducts research into gambling addiction, substance use, and potential treatment approaches Hodgins, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology.

The Addictive Behaviours Laboratory (ABL) is headed by Dr. David C. The ABL's primary focuses are substance abuse and gambling addiction. Projects in this lab are focused on various aspects of the psychology and physiology of gambling behavior. As well, research is conducted into the clinical condition of pathological gambling and potential treatment approaches.

02/11/2026

Do you have lived or living experience with problematic substance use?

Your perspective matters and could help inform recovery supports.

- Online survey (with optional follow-ups)

- For Canadians, 18+, with a history of problematic substance use

INTERESTED? Click the link to check your eligibility!

https://ucalgary.ca/labs/addictive-behaviours/research/participate-study


Questions? Email [email protected]

10/23/2025

Concerned with your gambling? Canadians, 18+ see if you are eligible for a research study testing a self-help app for those wanting to change their gambling habits.

https://survey.ucalgary.ca/jfe/form/SV_9pC6k9l9kQTK0TQ

Help on demand study 10/06/2025

Concerned with your gambling? Canadians, 18+ see if you are eligible for a research study testing a self-help app for those wanting to change their gambling habits.

Help on demand study Take part in the creation of a self help app being designed to help individuals change their gambling behaviour. This survey will let you know if you are eligible to participate.

06/13/2025

Fine print:Do you: self-identify as having had previous but not current significant problems with video gaming are 18 years of age and reside in Canada?
Please contact the researchers at [email protected] to express your interest.
Seeking participants for gaming research conducted by the University of Calgary, University of Zurich, and Philipps University of Marburg!
We have a new study and are interested in gathering feedback about the creation of an online intervention in development. The “Ctrl-Alt-Play: Proof-of-Concept for an Internet and mobile-based intervention for Gaming Disorder " needs input from people like you!

06/09/2025

Study to create online help for those who want to change their video gaming habits:

[email protected]

06/04/2025

NEW STUDY ALERT!

Do you: self-identify as having had previous but not current significant problems with video gaming are 18 years of age and reside in Canada?

Please contact the researchers at [email protected] to express your interest.

Fine print:
Seeking participants for gaming research conducted by the University of Calgary, University of Zurich, and Philipps University of Marburg!

We have a new study and are interested in gathering feedback about the creation of an online intervention in development. The “Ctrl-Alt-Play: Proof-of-Concept for an Internet and mobile-based intervention for Gaming Disorder " needs input from people like you!

The University of Calgary Conjoint Faculties Research Ethics Board has approved this study (REB24-0509).

Help on demand study 04/30/2025

Are you concerned with your gambling? Canadians over 18 see if you are eligible for a research study testing a self help app for those wanting to change their gambling habits.

Help on demand study Take part in the creation of a self help app being designed to help individuals change their gambling behaviour. This survey will let you know if you are eligible to participate.

Help on demand study 04/08/2025

Want to change your gambling habits? Canadians over the age of 18 see if you are eligible:

Help on demand study Take part in the creation of a self help app being designed to help individuals change their gambling behaviour. This survey will let you know if you are eligible to participate.

12/20/2024

Great news! We are extending recruitment until January 3rd for this study looking into an app that is designed to support changes to substance use. https://shorturl.at/Do8Zz

Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management 12/02/2024

📣 PARTICIPANTS NEEDED! 📣 Do you have experience with addictions? Have you worked to stop or reduce your substance use? We're interested in how mobile apps could support your recovery journey, and we need your input! 📱 Participate in our app-trial research study here: https://shorturl.at/Do8Zz

(Must be over 18 & living in Canada)

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