Financial Impact of Gambling for Problem Gamblers in CalGETS Treatment
In California, problem gamblers can receive no-cost treatment through CalGETS. Between July 1, 2016 and June 30, 2017, 879 problem gamblers entered outpatient treatment. We analyzed their reports of total gambling losses during the 12 months before they entered treatment.
Problem Gamblers Marijuana Use Decreases after CalGETS Treatment
In California, problem gamblers can receive no-cost treatment through CalGETS. Between July 1, 2016 and June 30, 2017, 879 problem gamblers entered outpatient treatment; 333 of whom also provided end-of-treatment data.
Affected Individuals Life Satisfaction Improves after CalGETS Treatment
Affected individuals (AI) are those, such as the close family members of gamblers, who are impacted by problem gambling behavior. In California, AIs can receive no-cost treatment through CalGETS. Of the 405 AIs who entered outpatient treatment during Fiscal Year
Problem Gamblers Suicidal Thinking is a Public Health Concern
Early identification and treatment of suicidal thinking is essential in preventing suicides. In California, problem gamblers can receive no-cost treatment through CalGETS. Of the 879 problem gamblers
Problem Gamblers Urge to Gamble Improves after CalGETS Treatment
In California, problem gamblers can receive no-cost treatment through CalGETS. Of the 879 problem gamblers who entered outpatient treatment in Fiscal Year 2016-17, 333 also provided end-of-treatment data. We analyzed Intake to
Smoking Among Problem Gamblers at Intake
In California, problem gamblers can receive no-cost treatment through CalGETS. The prevalence of smoking among male gamblers at intake to CalGETS outpatient treatment was 10% higher than the prevalence of smoking among California men.
Maryland – Problem Gambling Awareness Month March, 2017
Maryland: Problem Gambling Awareness Month March, 2017
A Guide To Having the Conversation: Families and Gambling.
Pennsylvania – Problem Gambling Awareness Resources
• Senate Resolution
• 2017 PGM Proclamation
• Press Release PGAM
Minnesota – Problem Gambling Awareness Resources
News articles from Minnesota highlighting problem gambling awareness month, March 2017.
Superbowl: Planning to Celebrate the “Big Game”? PLAY IT SAFE!
The “big game” (on February 5, 2017) is the single most watched sporting event in the U.S. It’s a great time to get together with family and friends to enjoy all of those football themed snacks, not to mention the amazing commercials. But for some, the partying and gambling can get out of control.