Ohio for Responsible Gambling (ORG) and other state partners recently attended the 2025 National Conference on Gambling Addiction and Responsible Gambling in Columbus, Ohio, hosted by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG).
These days, gambling moves fast — and so does responsible play. A variety of new technological tools and innovative strategies are available to help you or someone you know keep […]
Summer means baseball season — and sports betting advertising during the MLB All-Star game. Regardless of your intentions, the youth in your house are being exposed to it and, by […]
Every year, the National Council on Problem Gambling brings together treatment providers, gambling operators, advocates, and scholars from across America for an annual conference that delves into the latest developments […]
Youth sports should be about fun, teamwork, and building healthy habits in young people. But in Cincinnati, sports betting has been finding its way into youth leagues and bringing real […]
Gone are the days when gambling was confined to brick-and-mortar locations designed to keep underage people out. Today, gambling is everywhere — on television, on their smartphones, and especially in […]
When people think about sports betting, many picture a space dominated by men. But as both sports betting and women’s sports continue to grow in the United States and across […]
Young people are encountering games and devices that compete for their attention by using gambling mechanics, and a new highly addictive device has recently come onto that scene. It’s called […]
Rob Minnick faced challenges with gambling. Then he discovered recovery. Now he shares his story as the founder of One Day At A Time (ODAAT), a podcast and video series […]
For a young person, there are few things as fun as playing a game. But what many may not know is that some seemingly innocent games and activities, like a […]
Sports betting in Ohio continues to increase in size, with almost 16 percent more money bet on sporting events in 2024 than 2023, the first-year betting was legal in the […]
More and more attention is being paid to how much children and young people use their screens. But a new report shows that what children spend their time doing on […]
Feeling a little tired? Having trouble concentrating on tasks? Not able to feel totally rested? You might be burned out. Burnout happens to all kinds of people, and it is […]
Graduation is a major milestone, marking the start of exciting new possibilities. If you’re looking for the perfect gift for your grad, think twice before giving gambling-related gifts — studies […]
It’s never been easier to place a bet. Since sports betting was legalized in 2023, Ohioans can wager on nearly any sport, at nearly any time, with just a tap […]
You’ve probably heard that moderation is key when it comes to betting or drinking. However, the similarities between gambling and alcohol consumption extend far beyond the common advice. A growing […]
We all handle stress in different ways. Some people talk with a trusted friend, while others prefer exercising to burn off stress. But if you’ve ever turned to betting to […]
Betting has become a popular form of entertainment, but it also comes with risks — particularly for the Black community, which may be more vulnerable to betting-related harms. A 2022 […]
Since the launch of home consoles like Xbox and PlayStation, video games have captured the imaginations of youth everywhere. But as gaming’s popularity soars, healthcare professionals and parents have questioned […]
For some, betting can be an entertaining hobby, but others dive into it without realizing it can be addictive. According to Algamus Recovery Services, betting activates the brain’s reward system […]
