For Marilyn, her problem with gambling started in 2013 when her husband was sick and in the hospital. “I was only allowed to be with him for an hour a […]
The Voluntary Exclusion Program (VEP) in Ohio has recently expanded to more locations to reach more people who might be struggling with a problem with gambling. The Ohio Casino Control Commission, […]
“I always thought I could quit if I wanted to,” said Steve Kapela, in recovery from problem gambling and Manager of Problem Gambling Treatment and Prevention at the Zepf Center […]
Technology is changing at an unprecedented pace for the gambling industry and is only expected to keep developing in 2022. Experts have many predictions for the future of gambling, but […]
If you follow the news, you’ve likely heard about the significant growth in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Dogecoin. But why exactly has crypto gambling taken off? First, it’s beneficial to […]
With the weather warming up, pools opening for the season, and parks in full bloom, May is the perfect time of year to commit or recommit to physical activity as […]
Youth gaming isn’t just fun and games anymore. Chris J. Tuell, Ed.D, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS is the Clinical Director of Addiction Services at the Lindner Center of Hope. He is also an […]
The month of May could mean many different things for you: the arrival of spring, graduation parties, or Memorial Day observances. But May is significant for another reason you might […]
A growing number of studies have shown that some children’s apps and games are intentionally designed to simulate gambling. But what risks could this pose to the child in your […]
According to Gambling News, the cost of TV ads for online gambling has been exponentially increasing over the last year – from $292 Million in 2020 to $725 million in […]
There are plenty of ways to improve your mental health, including getting enough sleep, exercising, and maintaining a healthy diet. But did you know that volunteering can have amazing benefits […]
Did you know that compulsive gambling can activate the same pathways in the brain as a dependency on alcohol? With April recognized as Alcohol Awareness Month, Before You Bet is […]
Kerri Luckner spent the beginning of her career as an elementary school teacher, then turned children’s social worker. About six years in, she grew weary of pointing out problems and […]
Do you cope with stress by distracting yourself with other activities? If you do, you’re not alone. According to the Mental Health Foundation, some turn to substances like alcohol or […]
Youth Art Month is celebrated every March, a time of year that promotes art education across the United States. It’s a great opportunity to talk with the child in your […]
March means something different to everyone—to you it might mean the beginning of spring, or the onset of Daylight Savings Time, or maybe even the beginning of March Madness. But […]
According to a recent study from the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), the risk of problem gambling has doubled since 2018. The growth is partly due to the COVID-19 […]
Problem Gambling Awareness Month takes place every March and is a time of year dedicated to increasing public awareness of problem gambling and the availability of prevention, treatment, and recovery […]
Sports betting advertising has grown exponentially over the past few years, especially as more states – including Ohio – have started to legalize it. In a 2017 Ohio Gambling Survey, […]
Did you know that according to a study conducted by the Pew Research Center, more than seventy-five percent of kids and teenagers play video games? Even though video games are […]
