Sports betting is a booming industry, and while experts say it can be a fun fall hobby, gambling can also turn into a severe issue. An estimated 2.5 million U.S. adults face a severe gambling problem ...

Richard Barton, who retired from the U.S. Army in 2012, holds a doctorate in clinical social work and has served as an U.S. Army brigade behavioral health officer and served as chief of social work ...

For many a poker night with friends or a quick trip to the casino is harmless fun. But, for others, gambling can spiral into something more dangerous. “The National Council on Problem Gambling.” (NCPG ...

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) – Problem gambling is as strong an addiction as any other, and the Problem Gambling Help Network of West Virginia (PGHNWV) developed a new app for West Virginians suffering from ...

At VideoGamer, we believe gambling should be a form of entertainment, not a source of financial hardship or personal harm. Whether you’re playing online casino games, betting on sports, or exploring ...

Arriving at a 1987 Gamblers Anonymous event in Dallas, Chris Anderson was at a low point. After years of losing money on high-risk stock option trades, his mental health had deteriorated and he had ...

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) – A lifeline for West Virginians is celebrating its 25th anniversary. The Problem Gambling Help Network of West Virginia, best known through its 1-800-GAMBLER helpline, ...

This guest essay reflects the views of Heather Hugelmeyer, LCSW, a senior director for behavioral health at Northwell Health. Casino culture is set to become a defining presence in downstate New York ...