Marcus has recently developed a severe gambling addiction, focusing mainly on online roulette and digital slot games. He insists that he has developed a 'perfect system' to predict when a slot machine is 'due to pay out', particularly after a series of near-misses where two matching symbols appear. Marcus also mentions that he plays more frequently when he is feeling stressed about his job, as the fast-paced sounds and flashing lights of the app make him forget his worries. Even though he has lost thousands of pounds, he vividly recounts his occasional big wins to his friends.
Discuss learning and/or cognitive explanations for gambling addiction. Refer to Marcus in your answer.
16 exam-style questions on AQA A Level Psychology Explanations for gambling addiction. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.