This weekend (Sunday, February 3, 2019) is February’s Big Game, one of the most celebrated sports events of the year. It’s also one of the biggest sports events for placing a bet. According to the AGA, an estimated 22.7 million adults this year will place a bet before or during the game as part of
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Nothing suggests a fresh start than the celebration of each New Year. The New Year is a time for all of us to personally reflect on behaviors we seek to change in order to live a happier, healthier life. For individuals who gamble problematically, the holidays and approaching New Year can be a difficult, stressful
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Each holiday season, The Center joins the National Council on Problem Gambling, the Center on Youth Gambling Problems & High-Risk Behaviors and lotteries in the United States (including the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency), Canada and internationally to bring awareness of the risks of giving minors (under 18) lottery tickets as gifts. This holiday,
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Unhealthy gambling is a problem for many in our nation’s military. Nearly 10% of US veterans struggle with disordered gambling, a rate two-three times higher than the general population. Here in Maryland, an estimated 380,000 veterans called the state home in 2018, representing approximately 6% of the total population. Military experiences and post-deployment stress can be
Read moreWednesday, December 19 and Thursday, December 20, 2018 Location Westin BWI Hotel 1110 Old Elkridge Landing Road Linthicum, MD 21090 (443) 577-2300 Overview As more and more opportunities for gambling are made available in Maryland, it is increasingly important to improve the capacity and capability of behavioral health treatment providers to learn effective
Read moreOctober, 2018, has once again been recognized as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This month, it is important to be aware that family violence associated with gambling is on the rise in the United States. Although the exact nature of the relationship between problem gambling and violence within the family is not clearly understood, the
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Like all addictions, problem gambling and/or gambling addiction causes intense distress and continual disruptions in most areas of life: Individuals face grave financial problems, their families and relationships are in ruin, self-esteem has been decimated and a sense of helplessness and hopelessness is pervasive. Suicide, attempted suicide and suicidal ideation is common among those diagnosed with
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Murphy v. National Collegiate Athletic Association The Supreme Court’s Decision on Sports Betting in the United States: The Federal Government May Not Force States to Prohibit Sports Wagering. The Law In 1992, Congress passed the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA).1 While the federal law did not ban sports betting nationwide, it prohibited states
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The FY19 Case Consultation call times have been released. Clinical Case Consultation calls are meant to be a resource for any and all clinicians who would like to gain support and consultation on any aspect of providing disordered gambling screening, assessment and/or treatment services. You do not have to currently be seeing any clients specifically for
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The Center held its 6thAnnual Maryland Conference on Problem Gambling on Friday, June 15, 2018 at the BWI Airport Marriott to the largest attendance to date. Approximately 400 Maryland state and local policy makers, community leaders and behavioral health providers came together for this one day, free-of-charge conference that focused on “Building Opportunities Together for
Read moreEach holiday season, The Center joins the National Council on Problem Gambling, the Center on Youth Gambling Problems & High-Risk Behaviors and lotteries in the United States (including the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency), Canada and internationally to send an important reminder: Parents, family members and friends should NOT give lottery tickets as gifts
Read moreAdvanced Problem Gambling Clinical Training PLEASE NOTE: This advanced training program covers advanced topics in problem gambling counseling. This program DOES NOT cover the basic principles of gambling addiction, nor does it cover the basics of screening for gambling disorder. We highly recommend basic problem gambling clinical training be completed before participating in any advanced
Read moreAdvanced Problem Gambling Clinical Training PLEASE NOTE: This advanced training program covers advanced topics in problem gambling counseling. This program DOES NOT cover the basic principles of gambling addiction, nor does it cover the basics of screening for gambling disorder. We highly recommend basic problem gambling clinical training be completed before participating in any advanced
Read moreRegister Today – Call Allegany College of Maryland at (301) 784-5341 Advanced Problem Gambling Clinical Training PLEASE NOTE: This advanced training program covers advanced topics in problem gambling counseling. This program DOES NOT cover the basic principles of gambling addiction, nor does it cover the basics of screening for gambling disorder. We highly recommend
Read moreRegister Today – Call Allegany College of Maryland at (301) 784-5341 Advanced Problem Gambling Clinical Training PLEASE NOTE: This advanced training program covers advanced topics in problem gambling counseling. This program DOES NOT cover the basic principles of gambling addiction, nor does it cover the basics of screening for gambling disorder. We highly recommend
Read moreCounseling for gambling problems at no cost to Maryland residents is now available for anyone seeking help regardless of insurance coverage, financial status, or ability to pay. Funding through the Problem Gambling Fund managed by the Maryland Department of Health, Behavioral Health Administration supports this effort to remove the barriers to treatment for anyone with
Read moreHelp is a phone call away with someone who “has been there” The Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling (The Center) now has Peer Recovery Support Specialists available to help individuals seeking to limit, control or stop their gambling, and connect them with the most useful resources in their communities so they continue to
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This new short documentary explores the growing underlying problem of gambling addiction among opiate users. Filmed at a Methadone clinic in Baltimore, Maryland, it captures both the struggles and challenges, as well as the recovery and hope of three men. Producers: MedSchool Maryland Productions Program concept: Lori Rugle, PhD, ICGCIIm BACC and Christopher Welsh, MD.
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5th Annual Maryland Conference on Problem Gambling Expanding Our Vision Friday, June 16, 2017 – BWI Airport Marriott Hotel Funded by: Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene / Behavioral Health Administration Registration is closed. We have reached attendance capacity for this program. Walk-ins day of the Conference are not guaranteed Registration and CEU’s. Join us
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March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) and The Center invites you to Have The Conversation with someone who has been there… This March, take the time to call and have a conversation with a Peer Recovery Support Specialist who can help you or a loved one navigate resources and remove barriers on the road
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The first few months of every New Year brings a focus to finances and financial discussions, whether it’s in the context of a new year’s resolution or preparation to file taxes in the spring. Financial discussions within the family may not always be easy. Add into the mix a family member who’s gambling is viewed
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The Super Bowl is the single most watched sporting event in the U.S. It’s a great time to have fun with family and friends. But for some, the partying and gambling can get out of control. The “big game” is a national gambling holiday. It is the single most wagered sporting event in our
Read moreLottery tickets are NOT suitable holiday gifts for children under 18. Research has shown that many adolescents gamble at least occasionally, and that lottery products may be a gateway to problem gambling. Youth gambling has also been linked to other risk-taking and addictive behaviors such as smoking, drinking and drug-use. Just like drugs or alcohol,
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