Youth are overcoming many challenges before them during this time of social distancing. We need to support them by helping them positively utilize their free time and avoid gambling, especially as summer approaches. The Problem with Youth Gambling Youth are at a stage of human development when their brain is growing and maturing at an… Read more »
Understanding recovery wellness is important, especially when spending more time at home. The stress of having to change routine and spend all our time with the same people (or no people) can feel overwhelming. We’d like to offer some tips to stay well. What is Recovery? When we speak about recovery from problem gambling, we… Read more »
Welcome to the 2020 Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM). This year, we are focusing on the connection of problem gambling and other mental illness. We want to help residents of New York State understand the connection and available resources. Problem Gambling Defined Problem gambling refers to any time gambling causes problems in someone’s life. These… Read more »
The Super Bowl is right around the corner. It’s important to be aware of the trigger this game may have, and the negative affect gambling on this game may have on the person gambling and their loved ones. Sports and Problem Gambling Betting on sports is gambling. It’s gambling because there’s no way to know for sure… Read more »
Happy New Year Everyone! We’re nearing the end of January, and at this point, many people may have already dropped their New Years resolutions. If your resolution was to stop gambling, or to support someone who’s made this decision, fear not. Tips and tricks to keeping resolutions are ahead. Understanding Your Resolution When someone decides… Read more »
Recovery can be an amazing experience for the person struggling with problem gambling, and loved ones affected by their gambling. Recovery can spark great things. It can spark stronger connections with family, discovery (or rediscovery) of interests and new and exciting purposes in life! Can People Recover from Problem Gambling? Absolutely! Recovery from problem gambling is not only… Read more »
