Recovery Month: The Importance of Support and Hope Posted On

Every day, millions of individuals across the globe are recovering from mental and substance abuse disorders. Among those conditions is problem gambling, medically defined by the DSM-5 as Disordered Gambling. Problem gambling affects approximately 2 million people nationwide, with another 4-6 million at-risk. During this month of understanding recovery and the disorders and addictions individuals… Read more »

Back to School Success: Help Kids Stay Problem Gambling-Free Posted On

September always has a way of sneaking up on us! The back-to-school season is in full swing, with kids, teens and college students heading back to class. It can be an exciting time, as well as a stressful one. As you get ready to help your child go back to school, make time to talk… Read more »

Addiction and Depression: Reach Out For Help Posted On

For millions of individuals suffering from addictions, whether to alcohol, drugs, gambling or else, the consequences of addiction can cause quite a bit of stress, despair, insecurity and worry. For people also prone to being affected by a depressive disorder, a dual-diagnosis can make the fight for recovery and a healthy life tremendously difficult. How… Read more »

Telling Your Parents About Your Gambling Addiction Posted On

No matter how old you are, telling your parent or parents about your gambling addiction can be intimidating. As we grow up, telling parents anything good or bad can cause us to worry. You might be concerned they won’t be as happy for your good news as you are, critical of your big decisions, or… Read more »

Couples & Problem Gambling: Recovering Together Posted On

Couples share a lot. They share bills, they share property, they share schedules, and they share responsibilities… The list can go on and on! Unfortunately, couples also share the consequences of a gambling addiction when gambling begins to affect the decisions and actions of one of the individuals. In KnowTheOdd’s ebook, “The Real Faces of… Read more »

Problem Gambling: When Winning Doesn’t Make You Stronger Posted On

“But it’s okay if I’m winning, right?” “I’m overdue for a win. It’ll happen any time.” “I’ll just win my money back and be done.” These are common feelings many problem gamblers have. Beginner’s luck might make someone feel like his or her frequent gambling is okay, because they’ve won before, even though winning is… Read more »