AFL slammed for backing PM’s pokies policy change – Herald Sun
AFL slammed for backing PM's pokies policy change Herald Sun THE AFL should butt out of politics and stick to running a football competition, a problem gambling expert said yesterday.
Isle of Man gambling survey probes addiction problems – BBC News
Isle of Man gambling survey probes addiction problems BBC News Problem Gambling Support worker Lyndsey Smart said: “Gambling can be a harmless, innocent and pleasurable activity for the majority but for a small percentage of the population occasional use can extend into an addiction. “Studies show that about 0.9% ..
Why anything can be addictive – BBC News
BBC News Why anything can be addictive BBC News For the past 25 years I have been studying gambling and I passionately believe that gambling at its most extreme is just as addictive as any drug.
Isle of Man gambling addicts to get more help – BBC News
BBC News Isle of Man gambling addicts to get more help BBC News “This new on-Island service will help those affected identify ways to receive support directed specifically at getting their gambling back under control, as well as help directed at managing the consequences of problem gambling such as debt, …
Online gambling should not be permitted in Manitoba – Winnipeg Free Press
Online gambling should not be permitted in Manitoba Winnipeg Free Press In fact, a study from Australia estimates that five to 10 people per problem gambler are affected negatively. This means that anywhere between 151000 and 302000 Manitobans are suffering because of problem gambling .
CathBlog – The Church’s hand in exploiting problem gamblers’ weakness – CathNews
CathNews CathBlog – The Church’s hand in exploiting problem gamblers’ weakness CathNews Each problem gambler loses an average of $21000 each year, and most EGMs are located in low socio-economic areas.
Re-look problem gambling approach – TODAYonline
Re-look problem gambling approach TODAYonline The report “New measures to curb gambling” (Oct 22) explains the present strategies by the Ministry of Community Development, Youth and Sports and the National Council on Problem Gambling to curb problem gambling and its negative effects here. … and more »
Funding available to start problem gambling program – Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Funding available to start problem gambling program Pittsburgh Tribune-Review The Westmoreland Drug and Alcohol Commission is hoping to hear from community and school organizations interested in creating educational programs aimed at curbing problem gambling . The commission is hosting training seminars in Monessen and Youngwood … and more »
Should Parx Casino be liable in child-neglect cases? | Philadelphia Inquirer … – Philadelphia Inquirer
Should Parx Casino be liable in child-neglect cases? | Philadelphia Inquirer ..
Solve problem gambling? All for it. Mandatory pre-commitment? Won’t work. – Eden Magnet
Solve problem gambling ? All for it. Mandatory pre-commitment
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