We are in the thick of the holiday season, which often means family, food, fun, and free time. That extra time usually means more time for our hobbies and entertainment […]
House Bill 132 (HB132), which legalizes Daily Fantasy Sports (Draft Kings, Fan Duel, etc.) has been passed by the Ohio Senate and is expected to reach Ohio Governor, John Kasich’s […]
COLUMBUS (WCMH) — Sunday is synonymous with several things, football being one of them; fans eagerly checking their televisions, computers, or phones for the latest scores and stats. Over the […]
So it’s just a lottery ticket, right? What’s the big deal? Actually, it is illegal in Ohio for anyone under 18 to gamble, so giving a lottery ticket as a […]
Stress and depression can ruin your holidays and hurt your health. Being realistic, planning ahead and seeking support can help ward off stress and depression.
Research shows that about 40 percent of problem gamblers started gambling before the age of 17. Even though many forms of gambling are illegal for teens, there is little to […]
If you have a family member or a friend with a gambling problem – and you ignore it – you’re making a risky bet. Particularly if that person is heavily involved in your life, since […]
As a component of the state budget bill, the Ohio legislature authorized the Ohio Lottery to begin accepting credit/debit cards on all 6,000 of the Ohio Lottery Commission’s self-service terminals, […]
The Science of Addiction and Withdrawal When you think of someone who has an addiction, you often think of someone who is hooked on alcohol or drugs, however, you can […]
COLUMBUS (AP) — The percentage of Ohioans deemed problem gamblers has doubled since the implementation of racinos and casinos five years ago, according to a survey released Wednesday whose results […]
While many are stunned by the Las Vegas tragedy, many news outlets, including the Washington Post, have reported on the gambling behaviors of the perpetrator. It is important to share […]
World Mental Health Day was created to encourage dialog about mental health, promote mental well-being, and remove the stigma surrounding mental illness. This year’s theme is Mental Health in the […]
Be the 95% is now Get Set Before You Bet, which is poised to educate even more people in the coming year about the dangers of problem gambling. Get Set […]
Gambling and Seniors Casinos have changed alot over the last 20 years and are drawing seniors in by offering personalized discounts, free transportation and an environment that is very easy for […]
Are You Ready for Some Fantasy Football? Fantasy sports began as a niche hobby for statistically inclined sports fanatics, but quickly turned into a multibillion-dollar industry. Thanks to the internet, […]
Celebrate Recovery Month & Support Behavioral Healthcare Every September we celebrate Ohio and National Recovery Month (Recovery Month) to increase awareness and understanding of mental and substance use disorders and […]
Recently, Be The 95% spoke before the National Conference on Health Communication, Marketing & Media in Atlanta, Georgia, for an audience of academics, public health researchers, and practitioners from federal […]
On Saturday night in Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena, Floyd Mayweather will finally take on Conor McGregor in a boxing match. The big fight is almost here, and it will be […]
A letter from our executive director Dear Friends, I want to begin by thanking you for your steadfast support of prevention and of our agency for the last three decades. […]
Most of us can easily grasp the concept of substance addictions. If we have not run headfirst into our own challenges with cigarettes, alcohol, prescription medications, illicit drugs, and the […]
