Gambling Addiction
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Later this month, the NCAA will host its annual March Madness men’s and women’s basketball tournaments at packed sports arenas around the country. While the Super Bowl remains the… read more…
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I’m here to share a cautionary tale for anyone who still believes in the illusion that gambling is something they can do just for fun without it affecting them… read more…
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Q: You’ve spent over two decades researching problem gambling. Please tell us a bit about yourself, your work, and what first drew you to this research? I used to be… read more…
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As parents and guardians, we strive to protect our children from risks we understand—from unsafe driving and substance use to social pressures and mental health challenges. Yet one risk… read more…
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Recovery from alcohol and drug addiction is a life-changing journey. It often involves rebuilding health, relationships, purpose and identity. But recovery also brings a lesser-known risk: the possibility of… read more…
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“Fun” Beginnings At first, gambling was just ‘fun’—a night out with friends, a way to feel like I was ‘winning’ in a world where I didn’t always feel successful.… read more…
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We feature an expert in the mental health and substance use disorder field to answer questions. This issue we talk to Dr. Timothy Fong of UCLA Gambling Studies Program.… read more…
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When we think about gambling, we often picture seasoned adults at casino blackjack tables or perhaps cheering on horses at the track. However, an alarming trend is emerging, as… read more…
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One of the challenges of addiction recovery is the risk of exchanging one dependence for another. Individuals in recovery from substance and alcohol abuse sometimes seek new highs in… read more…
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The following is an exclusive interview with a problem gambler, now in active recovery from his addiction. We want to thank Tim for his candor and willingness to share.… read more…
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