Ohio is now in its second football season with legalized sports betting. For many, that means they can watch their favorite team with family and friends while engaging in an […]
No matter how far you’ve come, whether that’s in relationships, your career, or your personal life, it is always a good idea to take stock of where you could improve. […]
September is a month full of important recognition dates, one of which is Responsible Gaming Education Month (RGEM)! RGEM is a month developed by the American Gaming Association and is […]
Recovery for an individual with a mental illness and/or substance use disorder isn’t always a straight line. The ups and downs can feel frustrating and even isolating, which is why […]
With the rapid expansion of sports betting and the increase in gambling disorders across the United States, there’s a lot that experts are still trying to learn about the connections […]
The more research conducted on gambling disorders, the more professionals can understand the risks and factors that go into developing one. Findings show there are many reasons someone can develop […]
As an educator, you might already know the warning signs of substance use amongst students. Gambling, on the other hand, may be harder to detect. That’s because gambling can begin […]
Many states have legalized multiple forms of gambling, but that doesn’t mean all the gambling advertising you might see is legal. In fact, Ohio has created very specific rules for […]
As Ohio continues to see calls to the Ohio Problem Gambling Helpline increase after the legalization of sports betting in 2023, it has become even more clear that resources are […]
As sports betting becomes legal in more states, the number of calls to problem gambling helplines has seen a significant increase. Along with this rise, calls tend to be coming […]
A common responsible gambling guideline is to only play for entertainment, not for income. But with the rise of sports betting, more and more individuals are starting to view betting […]
Screens are everywhere, and they are increasingly eating up teen’s time and attention. From social media to video games, teens seem to be glued to glowing squares, much to their […]
Surfing to Success in San Diego Last week, Ohio for Responsible Gambling and its partners from around the state traveled to San Diego, California for the 2024 National Conference on Gambling Addiction […]
Sports betting has changed the landscape of gambling disorder awareness in Ohio and the country, and as that shift occurs it is important for gambling disorder and behavioral health advocates […]
Student athletes face pressure from everywhere: school, evolving family life, and athletic performance. And now the widespread legalization of sports betting has added a new stressor to their lives. From […]
Many games targeted toward youth are available on the app store with just the click of a button. While some can be educational and beneficial for youth, many contain mature […]
Video games are a popular form of entertainment for people of all ages. They’re a fun leisure activity, and online games can be a great way to socialize and make […]
Student-athletes are under a lot of pressure. They constantly deal with the expectations of coaches and fans, all while trying to succeed in school and balance their social lives. They’re […]
For many adults, responsible gambling is a fun way to play a game as a form of entertainment. But some individuals can experience a gambling disorder and could benefit from […]
Today, children are repeatedly exposed to gambling. Flashy advertisements from betting platforms are attractive to children, and many of the video games kids play have components that mimic gambling and […]
