There is so much information about problem gambling. Sometimes, it can be confusing to cut through all the articles, research, social media posts and any other information. Sometimes, it’s important just to go back to basics. What is gambling? Gambling is to risk something of value on a game of chance in hopes of a… 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 »
As march continues, so do does our focus on Problem Gambling Awareness Month. We want to share the importance of learning more about problem gambling as a mental health diagnosable disorder and connecting people in need to care. Importance of Raising Awareness Even with all the hard work of the many professionals and agencies across New York… Read more »
The 2018 Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) has been a huge success. While partnering with agencies across NYS, and sharing resources across the US, we have seen a huge increase in public awareness of problem gambling. Significance of PGAM Problem Gambling Awareness Month is a dedicated time for professionals, and community members, to spend extra… 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 »