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Monday, August 2, 2010

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Did you know there is such a thing as a casino psychologist?  And we don't mean someone to help patrons keep a totential problem in check, just the opposite actually.

A casino psychologist, a specialist in the field of environmental psychology, is a valuable tool for casinos when designing their space. Some of the more obvious tactics are to create an environment that is timeless, using clocks and windows sparingly. Obviously, the space should look and feel good, but scent and sound are also critical elements. Alot of thought and design goes into every detail, right down to the mass humming of dinging slot machines, all meticulously set in the feel-good key of C major. That upbeat drone can actually have a trance-like effect on some people.

The color of choice for most casinos, a womb-like red. And that air your breathing may actually be laced with extra oxygen to keep you alert, stimulated, and ready to take chances.

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