<qa>  What is a significant public health problem that often results in a distinctive pattern of persistent andGambling disorder is a significant public health problem that often results in a distinctive pattern of persistent and disabling psychological symptoms. Although once thought to be relatively uncommon, studies estimate that gambling disorder has a lifetime prevalence among adults of 1.6 and past-year prevalence of 1.1. Patients with gambling disorder also experience significant social and occupational impairment as well as financial and legal difficulties. 