Australian consumers were selected as participants because Australia has the highest average gambling losses per adult in the world.

There is evidence that hunger and decreased self-control are associated with increased impulsive behavior, including gambling.

The study found a positive relationship between problem gambling severity and impulsive bet size.

Promotional and financial influences were found to be indirect factors contributing to impulsive betting behavior.

Positive social influence was found to be a significant factor in impulsive buying.

Impulsive bet size, impulsive bet timing, hunger level, alcohol consumption, recreational drug consumption, promotional, social, and financial influences were identified as key factors.

The PGSI was used as a screening measure to identify participants at risk of developing gambling problems.

As hunger level, alcohol consumption, or recreational drug consumption increased, impulsive bet size also increased.

Control strategies such as setting a money or time limit were found to be effective in preventing impulsive betting.

The study suggests that gamblers with lower PGSI scores are less susceptible to financial influences and therefore less likely to spend impulsively.

Participants' self-reports may be subject to recall or social desirability biases.

Feeling fatigued about making decisions may jeopardize individuals' capabilities in controlling themselves and resisting the impulse to bet on sports.

The study highlights the need for further research to identify the mechanisms underlying impulsive betting behavior.

The study highlights the need for public education programs to raise awareness about the risks of impulsive betting and the importance of self-control in preventing gambling problems.