#gambling-addiction
#gambling-addiction

Bootstrapping

How I Went From $600K to $1M and Lost It All to Gambling Addiction at 28

Young individuals face significant financial losses from gambling and speculative trading.

Recovery from financial loss involves realizing the problem and taking proactive financial steps.

#sports-betting

fromSlate Magazine

Poker

Seven Years Into Legal Sports Betting, We're Seeing It for What It Is

The explosion of sports betting since 2018 has led to troubling economic and social consequences, particularly among vulnerable populations.

fromPsychology Today

Poker

March Madness Masks a Hidden Epidemic

The rise in sports betting, especially among young men, necessitates parental discussions about its risks.

The majority of gambling industry profits come from a small percentage of gamblers struggling with severe addiction.

Washington Wizards

Baltimore sues sportsbooks over 'shady' practices

Baltimore has sued DraftKings and FanDuel, alleging they exploit vulnerable gamblers through deceptive practices and promotions.

fromBusiness Insider

LA Clippers

FanDuel launches a streaming show about the dangers of gambling. You read that right.

FanDuel is addressing gambling addiction through its new show, aiming to promote awareness and responsible gambling practices.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Do you know the red flags for problem gambling?

March Madness presents significant challenges for individuals with gambling addictions, highlighting the urgent need for awareness and support.

fromCardplayer

Boston food

Lawmaker Introduces Bill To Put Further Restrictions On Sports Betting

Sen. Keenan's Bettor Health Act aims to combat gambling addiction through higher taxes, advertising restrictions, and measures for responsible gambling.

Poker

fromSlate Magazine

Seven Years Into Legal Sports Betting, We're Seeing It for What It Is

The explosion of sports betting since 2018 has led to troubling economic and social consequences, particularly among vulnerable populations.

Poker

fromPsychology Today

March Madness Masks a Hidden Epidemic

The rise in sports betting, especially among young men, necessitates parental discussions about its risks.

The majority of gambling industry profits come from a small percentage of gamblers struggling with severe addiction.

Washington Wizards

Baltimore sues sportsbooks over 'shady' practices

Baltimore has sued DraftKings and FanDuel, alleging they exploit vulnerable gamblers through deceptive practices and promotions.

LA Clippers

fromBusiness Insider

FanDuel launches a streaming show about the dangers of gambling. You read that right.

FanDuel is addressing gambling addiction through its new show, aiming to promote awareness and responsible gambling practices.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Do you know the red flags for problem gambling?

March Madness presents significant challenges for individuals with gambling addictions, highlighting the urgent need for awareness and support.

fromCardplayer

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Boston food

Lawmaker Introduces Bill To Put Further Restrictions On Sports Betting

Sen. Keenan's Bettor Health Act aims to combat gambling addiction through higher taxes, advertising restrictions, and measures for responsible gambling.

March 2025 Sports Gambling Madness

Sports betting is rapidly growing, with 68 million Americans expected to wager $15.5 billion during March Madness 2025.

Gadgets

Online casino innovations: startups that make gambling safe - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Innovative startups are enhancing security measures in online gambling through blockchain and AI technology.

Juventus

fromwww.fourfourtwo.com

2 months ago

'I went to a factory in Newcastle because gambling is very widespread. People told me, several months after the ban, I stopped betting because of what happened to you': Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali reveals how he rehabilitated from gambling

Sandro Tonali has turned his personal experience with gambling addiction into a teaching opportunity following his suspension from football.

fromComputerWeekly.com

Miscellaneous

High Court: Sky Betting 'parasitic' in targeting problem gambler | Computer Weekly

The High Court's ruling against Sky Betting emphasizes the importance of valid consent in the use of personal data, especially for vulnerable individuals.

#suicide-prevention

Mental health

Widow of gambling addict lambasts watchdog's failure to investigate suicides

The Gambling Commission's refusal to investigate gambling-related suicides raises concern over accountability and the effectiveness of regulation in preventing future tragedies.

Mental health

Unwilling' coroners failed us, say families of gambling addicts who took their own lives

Coroner service fails families of gambling addicts in suicide cases, neglecting to investigate gambling firms' roles in these tragedies.

Mental health

Widow of gambling addict lambasts watchdog's failure to investigate suicides

The Gambling Commission's refusal to investigate gambling-related suicides raises concern over accountability and the effectiveness of regulation in preventing future tragedies.

Mental health

Unwilling' coroners failed us, say families of gambling addicts who took their own lives

Coroner service fails families of gambling addicts in suicide cases, neglecting to investigate gambling firms' roles in these tragedies.

more#suicide-prevention

"Winning" by design: Deceptive UX patterns and sports betting apps

Gambling's addictive nature is fueled by dopamine release regardless of winning or losing, combined with easy accessibility through digital platforms.

fromIrish Independent

fromCalm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being

Writing

The strange case of Pat Sheedy: shedding light on the truth and lies of a conman, gambler and addict

Pat's story illustrates the complexities of gambling addiction and its consequences, as well as his journey towards redemption.

Mental health

What is Gambling Disorder? Learn About Its Signs, Causes, And Treatment

Gambling addiction profoundly affects mental health and self-worth, requiring understanding and support for recovery.

Miscellaneous

fromMedium

6 months ago

"Winning" by design: Deceptive UX patterns and sports betting apps

Gambling's addictive nature is fueled by dopamine release regardless of winning or losing, combined with easy accessibility through digital platforms.

fromIrish Independent

fromCalm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being

Writing

The strange case of Pat Sheedy: shedding light on the truth and lies of a conman, gambler and addict

Pat's story illustrates the complexities of gambling addiction and its consequences, as well as his journey towards redemption.

Mental health

What is Gambling Disorder? Learn About Its Signs, Causes, And Treatment

Gambling addiction profoundly affects mental health and self-worth, requiring understanding and support for recovery.

more#mental-health

fromBoston.com

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

Salem, N.H. approves casino despite concerns from Lawrence City Council it will target its residents

Salem's plan for a casino raises concerns for low-income communities, particularly Lawrence, which may be adversely affected by increased gambling addiction and crime.

#lawsuit

fromFortune

Privacy professionals

Ex-NFL employee who embezzled $22M blames FanDuel for feeding gambling addiction

FanDuel is being sued for $250 million by a former NFL manager alleging the company exploited his gambling addiction.

National Football League

Ex-employee who stole from Jags sues FanDuel

A former Jaguars employee is suing FanDuel for allegedly exploiting his gambling addiction, seeking $250 million in damages.

fromFortune

Privacy professionals

Ex-NFL employee who embezzled $22M blames FanDuel for feeding gambling addiction

FanDuel is being sued for $250 million by a former NFL manager alleging the company exploited his gambling addiction.