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Could it be that certain cultures are more prone to forming a gambling addiction than others? You'd think the answer would be no, but new research coming from NPR claims that, for certain Southeast Asian Refugees, an alarming trend has emerging. Singling out families who arrive from countries like Vietnam...
If you think the rising trend of internet gambling isn't serious, take a look at the latest headline coming from The Hill. This week, the political site referenced a hearing that took place run by House Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security and Investigations Chair James Sensenbrenner. In...
If you've been paying attention to the news, then you're well aware of all of the Powerball Fever hysteria that has been sweeping the nation. Over the past few months there have been billion dollar jackpots within the national lottery system, prompting huge ticket sales and lots...
It's a sad fact, but there is no denying that certain industries do try to lure people into dependent behaviors. And, per a recent article on Heavy.com, some of the worst offenders are casinos and slot machine makers. According to their article, nefarious tactics are in...
It is not uncommon for a celebrity to open up about their struggles with drug and alcohol abuse. But rarely do we see a public figure admit to a gambling addiction. Well famed Good Morning America host Spencer Christian has decided to break the mold, going on-air to discuss...
It's not often that we turn to the pages of Sports Illustrated for our blog source material, but this week we feel it is important and appropriate. Why? Because The Supreme Court made a major move in the world of gambling, choosing to overturn a previous federal ruling that...
Just because Las Vegas is the gambling capital of the country doesn't mean that other states aren't being hit hard by betting addictions. With the rise of online gaming, sports wages and Native American casinos, nearly everyone can find their way into a problem. And...
A few decades back, it never seemed feasible that children could fall prey to a gambling addiction. With casinos enforcing strict "21 And Over" policies and hard regulations for lottery ticket sales, it just wasn't a legitimate concern. Now, however, the accessibility of online betting...
Dependencies on gambling are currently running rampant throughout the country. But one sect of the population that has not gotten a lot of attention are people who are in the military and finding themselves yearning for casinos and sports betting. Delaware State News recently shed light on...
In our blogs, we have reported many times about the benefits of Naloxone and how it is helping to fight the nation's opioid crisis. A simple nasal spray, naloxone is commonly used in emergency overdose situations and works instantaneously (by blocking the production of dopamine). Now, researchers...
There has always been a debate about how dangerous video games may be when it comes to addiction. On the one hand, there have been links to obsessive behavior and dependencies on the programs themselves. But more recently, a new alarming detail has been uncovered....
Every now and then, it's good to look beyond our borders and see how other countries are tackling addiction. England, for example, is making tremendous strides in the field of recovery and just recently pushed their agenda even further. According to a Guardian article, lawmakers there are...
Suicide happens to be one of the worst side effects of addiction. And tragically it's not that uncommon, particularly when your dependency sends you to a dark place of despair and hopelessness. Recent stats have shown that those fighting gambling issues are most at risk...
We love profiling innovative new recovery treatments and this week, a very unique approach is being tested that may help people struggling with gambling addictions. Virtual Reality happens to be one of the hottest technologies on the market, with video games and "second life" worlds...
This week, we ran across a compelling confessional in The Hollywood Reporter. Typically this famed entertainment outlet is not a place where you'll find addiction stories, but front-and-center on the homepage was a self-penned essay from one of the leading business managers in the music industry. Jonathan Schwartz made millions...
Professional sports games are rooted in fun and camaraderie, but in today's times there is a dangerous third factor that can easily fuel addictive habits. We are, of course, talking about gambling and how getting in on some "action" can lead to disastrous consequences. March,...
Though legally you need to be 21 to gamble, betting can begin at a much earlier age. It's an unfortunate fact, but gambling addictions can strike as early as the teens; which is why one local New Mexico program is hoping to educate their city's...
We've mentioned many times how the country's gambling addiction is growing at an alarming rate. Well to help curb the problem, one Boston casino is testing new slot machine technology, which reportedly incorporates "Responsible Gaming" features. Titled Play My Way, these new machines will offer on-screen...
Pull up any sports page and you'll see nothing but "March Madness" updates dominating the headlines. And why not? It's certainly a fun experience, as the country's best college basketball teams battle each other for an NCAA Championship. But along with all of the fun,...
Follow the local news and you'll learn that California lawmakers are strongly considering licensing fantasy sports websites. To us this poses a real threat, particularly for those struggling with gambling addiction. Imagine what kind of doors it could open for an addict, if all they...
