As New Yorkers prepare for more casinos to be built in New York State, many are hearing the phrase “problem gambling” for the first time. People know about alcoholism and drug abuse, but millions of people have never heard of this issue, also referred to as gambling addiction and clinically diagnosed by medical professionals as… Read more »
KnowTheOdds defines gambler’s fallacy, an issue that can affect the thinking of many gamblers and hurt people with gambling addiction.
Millions of people throughout the world are struggling with gambling addiction. And every day, many more are researching problem gambling – seeking to understand problem gambling and why some people are unable to stop, and trying to identify a way to prevent or permanently treat this addiction. Studies are ongoing all over the world –… Read more »
Do online games and mobile apps lead children to problem gambling? Kids hooked to competitive games may be at risk for gambling addiction as they get older.
Though there are still a few weeks of March Madness ahead of us, the 2014 National Problem Gambling Awareness Month is nearing its end. We are inspired by the work that has been done to raise awareness about gambling addiction.
Every year, March Madness is a major sports betting event. Find out how problem gamblers can stay-gambling free during the tournament.
