Well, there's something known as compulsive gambling addiction, and many people are unaware that this is a psychological problem that demands urgent solutions. It's weekend again, and we'll be treated ...

Signs of gambling disorder include trying to get even, constantly looking at sports betting apps, worsening anxiety, mood swings, and lying to conceal gambling or financial problems. If a loved one’s ...

“High Stakes: Gambling Addiction, Beyond Borders” is a three-part series by New England Public Media looking at the public health movement to address gambling in Massachusetts and the United States, ...

University of Maryland researchers warn of a sharp increase in disordered gambling since the legalization of mobile sports betting in the state. Mobile sports betting became legal in Maryland in 2022, ...

Katia Riddle is a correspondent at NPR covering mental health. She has reported extensively on the impact of events such as Hurricane Helene, Los Angeles wildfires and the loneliness epidemic. Prior ...

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 ...

Responsible gambling means gambling in a way that is fun, safe, and under control. It’s not about avoiding risk completely; it’s about understanding the risks and making wise choices. At its core, ...