May is Older Americans Month. This is an important time to think about the struggles that our older population goes through. Older Americans and Gambling In recent years, it has become more and more accepted that our older Americans, or seniors, are gambling. They’re gambling in record numbers on gambling trips to casinos, weekly visits… Read more »
Did you know that nearly 50% of people struggling with gambling disorder have thoughts of suicide? Therefore, someone who knows two people struggling with “repeated problematic gambling behavior that causes significant problems or distress” (APA) likely knows at least one who may have thoughts about suicide. Problem gambling affects millions of Americans, and we’re looking… Read more »
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month. All throughout March, you’ll have the opportunity to learn an abundance of facts about this disorder, what you can do, and where to find help for those who need it. Defining Problem Gambling Problem gambling can be defined as any time gambling causes problems in your life. Gambling disorder… 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 »
Welcome to the 2017 Problem Gambling Awareness Month! Problem Gambling Awareness Month is intended to bring awareness to the need to have conversations about problem gambling. During the month of March, you’ll be inundated with facts, ideas, helpful tips, links, videos and a multitude of other resources that will help you have the conversation about… Read more »
