Gambling and Self-Monitoring Test – SeMo
Measures cognitive distortions, misconceptions, and self-monitoring awareness related to problem gambling.
Scale Development & Technical Details
Scale Overview
The Gambling and Self-Monitoring Test – SeMo was developed by John Macdonald, Nigel Turner, Matthew Somerset (2008). It is designed to measure Gambling misconceptions and self-monitoring. The scale is intended for use with Adolescents and adults.
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 14 items organized into 2 factors/subscales: Gambling Misconceptions, Problem Gambling Awareness.
| Factor / Subscale | Items | N |
|---|---|---|
| Gambling Misconceptions | 1,2,3,5,6,7,8,9,12 | 9 |
| Problem Gambling Awareness | 4,10,11,13,14 | 5 |
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a 4-point Likert scale (1 = Strongly Disagree to 4 = Strongly Agree).
The scale includes 4 reverse-scored items to reduce acquiescence bias.
Scoring
Items are summed to produce a total score.
Total scores range from 14 to 56. Interpretation guidelines:
- Low Risk / High Awareness: 14 – 28
- Moderate Risk / Moderate Misconceptions: 29 – 42
- High Risk / High Misconceptions: 43 – 56
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 5 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.