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Tips For Avoiding Sports Betting Ahead of Super Bowl 2020
Super Bowl 2020 is looming on the horizon, and with it the ever present temptation to place a bet. As most people in sports betting know, the Super Bowl can be a challenging time for somebody in recovery from gambling. Click HERE for a few tips to get you through the day that experts call the biggest gambling day of the year: Courtesy of Algamus Treatment Services
Veterans and Gambling Addiction
With Veterans Day coming up, we as a nation will pause to honor the men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country. The day also serves as a reminder that many veterans struggle day to day with a spectrum of mental health issues. One you may not be aware of but that is included in that list is gambling addiction. We talked about a program aimed at helping identify and treat this disease. WEBSITE: Get Set Before You Bet: Gamble Responsibly Article courtesy of NBC4i Columbus
Initiatives aim to curb increase in problem gambling in Ohio
With problem gambling on the rise in Ohio, the state is starting campaigns to combat the issue. “Get Set Before You Bet” discourages gamblers from spending more than they can afford to lose, and “Change the Game” asks adults to recognize the signs of problem gambling in children and discuss it with them. The Ohio for Responsible Gambling initiative, which includes state agencies such as the lottery and casino commissions, organized the campaigns and is giving videos and print materials to providers of mental-health care and nonprofit groups to distribute. … Read More »
