A series of major sporting events this summer is set to accelerate the growing incidence of problem gambling, research by the ...
Helpline calls up 39% in 2025 • VCPG connected 1,508 callers directly to problem gambling treatment • 24/7/365 free ...
It’s one thing to claim that Maryland has merely captured wagers that, in an earlier time, might have gone to illegal ...
While the sports betting industry rakes in record-breaking revenue with more and more states legalizing the practice, 20% of U.S. adults with severe gambling problems say they've attempted suicide in ...
The National Council on Problem Gambling adopted a new number after a legal battle ended its use of 1-800-GAMBLER, which it had operated since 2022.
Almost half of those calling about sports betting reported having lost more than $25,000. Nearly one in four reported losing more than $100,000.
The opportunity to gamble has moved from a trip to Vegas, to a drive to a local casino, to the phone in your pocket. And if you’re a sports fan, nudges to place bets have become nearly impossible to ...
Colorado lawmakers who are concerned about rising gambling addiction and betting scandals in professional sports filed a bill Wednesday that would prohibit sports betting apps from offering ...
When the NFL season kicks off this week, Kentucky residents and visitors — for the first time — will be able to legally place sports bets on something other than horse racing. When they do, some of ...
Self-exclusion register BetStop has been described as an important tool in tackling gambling harm, but some improvements have been recommended.
Thousands of Connecticut residents were surveyed about their gambling habits for a report released earlier this week, and a key takeaway was that half of all sport bets in the state were placed by ...
New research shows Pennsylvania's record-breaking growth in online casinos coincides with increases in problem gambling rates ...