Each new season brings with it an opportunity to reflect and set new goals to improve your health and wellness, including your financial well-being. Here are several ways you can […]
Shared experiences can be powerful, especially for those struggling with addiction. Online or in-person support groups, such as Gamblers Anonymous, give problem gamblers the chance to talk with and learn […]
Even those who recognize that problem gambling impacts millions of people may not realize how widespread and damaging problem gambling can be. Take a look at these stats and figures […]
Ohio for Responsible Gambling is excited to share two new video PSAs for the Get Set Before You Bet campaign! Now, local partners and organizations have fresh ways to promote […]
For many, the COVID-19 pandemic has canceled traditional summer vacations. But you can still enjoy some rest and relaxation right at home—on a staycation! Taking time for yourself is an […]
Ohio for Responsible Gambling (ORG) received top honors at the 2020 National Conference on Gambling Addiction & Responsible Gambling Awards Ceremony, held virtually Friday, July 24. Competing against other statewide […]
Gambling may be impacting kids and teens in more ways than adults realize. That’s why Change the Game Ohio, a youth gambling prevention campaign from Ohio for Responsible Gambling, has […]
Unlike substance use disorders, the signs of gambling problems may not be as noticeable or apparent. However, there are emotional and behavioral changes that suggest someone may have a gambling […]
Summer is in full swing! All the sunshine, warm weather, and outdoor activities can give people the nudge they need to adopt new healthy habits. Here are 5 habits to […]
Now that the State of Ohio has permitted the reopening of casinos and racinos during the COVID-19 emergency, people with gambling problems may feel a renewed urge to frequent these […]
When a family member or friend has a gambling problem, the goal is typically to get your loved one on the road to recovery as quickly as possible. But in […]
Online gambling possesses a unique set of risks. Combined with the challenges of the COVID-19 crisis, online gambling can be especially tempting and destructive for those with gambling problems. Why? […]
Those in recovery from a gambling problem have a unique ability to reach out to people who have gambling addictions or are in recovery. Because they once experienced the struggles […]
In the US, 70% of families have a child who plays video games. As COVID-19 continues to keep people indoors and turns usual schedules upside down, kids are spending more […]
As people continue to stay home and practice social distancing to protect themselves and others from the coronavirus, some may be more vulnerable to mental health struggles or destructive coping […]
Today, America honors the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice. Memorial Day also serves as a reminder to support the many veterans and military personnel struggling […]
The Ohio Problem Gambling Helpline is available 24/7—and soon clinician support will be too. To connect those calling after business hours (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.) to services they need, the […]
Hopefully all moms had a wonderful Mother’s Day! Being a mom takes amazing strength, especially when it comes to tough conversations. Change the Game, created by Ohio for Responsible Gambling, […]
Staying in to help slow the spread of the coronavirus is making a difference. But it’s also making many people stressed, lonely, and bored, all of which can lead to […]
Problem Gambling Resources are Available Online & by Phone. Protective measures implemented in response to the Coronavirus have led to the cancellation of Gambler’s Anonymous 12-step meetings. People who struggle […]
