Maraika Black

B.A. Sociology

• Research projects
  • The gambling experience of older people
    • Subject of research: People over the age of 65 playing games of chance and money. Few studies focus on gambling and the population over 65.
    • The goal of the project is to examine the subjective experience of casual gamblers over the age of 65 to complete our understanding of the elements necessary for successful aging.
    • Hypothesis: seniors benefit from social interaction with other clients during their gambling activities.
    • This study will provide a better understanding of how play contributes to the quality of life of older adults