Gambling is designed to be exciting, since it is a form of entertainment. As long as those participating use it as entertainment and not an escape from life, among other risk factors, they may avoid problem gambling. But many people wonder, how does someone become addicted to gambling and what can I do to help? How it… Read more »
Did you know that gambling can become an addiction, just like alcohol and drugs? People in recovery can be unaware of this and may simply transfer their addiction from one activity to another (i.e. drinking to gambling). Gambling addiction and alcohol addiction hijack the same reward systems in the brain. This is why the DSM-5… Read more »
April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Alcohol awareness month is a great time to help those struggling with problem gambling. 73% of surveyed problem gamblers reported an alcohol use disorder. Data clearly shows that there is a connection between alcohol abuse and problem gambling. Warning Signs: According to the DSM-V, there are similar warning signs for… Read more »
It’s the final week of Problem Gambling Awareness Month, which is a time we hope you’ve spent helping raise awareness of problem gambling by having simple conversations with family, friends, and anyone else you feel comfortable speaking with. The fifth and final week will be focused on raising awareness of problem gambling for senior citizens…. Read more »
Underage gambling can have negative effects on youth and their peers, and there are many things that school personnel can do to decrease the prevalence of underage gambling. Who does underage gambling affect? Studies have shown that underage gambling can have damaging effects on youth who gamble, and on those around them. Youth who gamble… Read more »
There are so many things that parents tell teens to be aware of, from crossing the street safely, to avoiding addictive behaviors. For the third week in Problem Gambling Awareness Month, the focus is on parents talking with their youth about the risks of underage gambling. The teenage years are a time of great change… Read more »
