Upcoming Provider Training
Crossing the Lines into Dangerous Times Gambling Stories of Then and Now
Date: December 16, 2025
Time: 10AM-12PM
CEU's: 2
Presented By:
William Hinman, CPRS, RPS
Kenny Crawford, CPRS
Deborah Perry, LCPC, MAC, NCC
Joshan Bajaj, Counseling Graduate Student
Kenny Crawford, CPRS
Deborah Perry, LCPC, MAC, NCC
Joshan Bajaj, Counseling Graduate Student
Summary:
As new forms of gambling become increasingly more available within Maryland it is important that Behavioral Health professionals and our Community Members understand the increased risks. This training will assist in developing a better understanding of what those risks are and why gambling activities are more dangerous than ever. Hear the stories of what it was like Then in our days of gambling compared to what we are hearing Now. Learn how to better recognize the signs, have the conversation, and be able to assist someone who may be at risk or already negatively impacted by gambling. This training is relevant to anyone who wishes to develop a better understanding of the changing landscape of gambling activities within MD and how they may be able to recognize, educate, and assist someone at risk.
Learning Objectives:
- Have a better understanding of the nature of the calls for help we are receiving and how technological advances, instant access, and aggressive marketing pose greater risks.
- Have a better understanding of the rapid progression and the recent trends we are seeing with a younger demographic of problematic gambling.
- Be better able to better recognize the signs, have a conversation, and offer help or education to someone who may be at risk or already struggling with a gambling disorder.
- Have an understanding of the screening assessments available for Problem Gambling and the resources available within the state of Maryland.