advocacy
NPGA has a seat at the table to help ensure that the concerns of problem gamblers, their families and treatment professionals are represented.READ MORE
Healthy Play
New ways of addressing problem gambling emphasize responsible participation, early intervention and a proactive approach.READ MORE
PROFESSIONALS
A wide range of professionals, beyond just those working in healthcare and addiction, can benefit from learning about problem gambling. READ MORE
RESOURCES
It’s helpful for a range of professionals, including those who work in healthcare and addiction as well as other fields, to learn about disordered gambling. READ MORE
HELP
Help is available to problem gamblers and concerned others in many forms, including a variety of treatments and support groups. Treatment works. READ MORE
Understanding Problem Gambling
Problem gambling is complex and there’s a lot to understand about this disorder that’s also known as gambling addiction or compulsive gambling. READ MORE
Youth Gambling
Exposure to gambling at a young age can hasten a gambling addiction. Education and prevention strategies can reduce this risk.READ MORE
Concerned Others
Friends, coworkers and family members of problem gamblers can be negatively impacted when someone close to them gambles too much. Fortunately, there are resources to help them cope. READ MORE
RECENT POSTS
Facebook Enters The Fantasy Games Market
Problem gambling advocates are keeping an eye on Facebook’s addition of fantasy games using virtual currency with the concern that wide access to these games is a primer for problem gambling behavior. READ MORE
Gambling during COVID: The impact of COVID-19 on gambling behavior and gambling-related problems
The WAGER reviews a study conducted to take a look at the possible long lasting effects of the pandemic on online gambling. READ MORE
Playing To Win
The use of gambling funds that contribute to youth sports in Minnesota. An article by the Star Tribune. READ MORE
NCPG Launches Operation Responsible Gambling
The National Council on Problem Gambling has launched a new website designed to help members of the military community who have a gambling problem. READ MORE
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