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 »
As the summer comes to a close, youth may be leaving the home. For many parents this is a time their youth are going off to college, moving to start a new job, or getting their own place to start a family. Whatever the reason, some parents may struggle with empty nest syndrome, which can… Read more »
With summer on the horizon, youth will soon be out of school. Without proper action, youth may choose to fill their time engaging in risky activities like gambling during their time off. Let’s support youth and encourage healthy decision making by avoiding underage gambling. Youths’ Development Youth, which includes school age and college aged youth, are… Read more »
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. There is a strong connection between problem gambling and problems with mental health. Understanding this connection, identifying warning signs and knowing where to get help is vital to preventing problems and getting support. Problem Gambling in NY Nearly 668,000 New Yorkers have experienced a gambling problem in the past… Read more »
