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Patty's Story - Is There Life After A Gambling Addiction?
"If I was out gambling, I didn't have to deal with anything or anybody
else. I didn't think I was hurting anyone. It made life seem easier, and
I dreamed of the big win that would solve all my problems."
Full story...
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 Save the Date!
9th Annual Midwest Conference on Problem Gambling and Substance Abuse
June 6-8, 2012
InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza
Go to the Midwest Conference webpage for more information. |
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Gov. Jay Nixon issued a proclamation announcing the month of August as Responsible Gaming Education Month. More than eight years ago, Missouri was the first state in the nation to recognize a statewide Responsible Gaming Education Month. Activities throughout the month of August will focus on increasing public awareness about responsible gaming and the availability of free treatment for problem gamblers and their loved ones. More... |
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The Comprehensive Problem Gambling Act of 2011 was introduced in the United States House of Representatives on June 23 by Rep. Jim Moran (D-VA). He was joined by Rep. Wolf (R-VA), Berkley (D-NV) and Hastings (D-FL), all previous sponsors of the bill last session. The bill is an important first step that formalizes the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's authority to address problem gambling, the first-ever federal agency to have such a mandate. This legislation lays the groundwork for all our future awareness and advocacy efforts, including securing dedicated federal funding.
Click here to view the NCPG's bill fact sheet.
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 Seven Missouri high school seniors won scholarships in the 14th annual Project 21 Scholarship Contest, sponsored by the Missouri Gaming Association (MGA), the professional organization representing casino operators in Missouri. More...
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 The award-winning "Beat Addiction: Choose the Right Path" youth addiction prevention video has been revised and updated. The newer edition of the video is expected to be distributed to schools later this year. More... |
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Do you have a question about problem or compulsive gambling? Would you like to make an appointment for free treatment from a certified compulsive gambling counselor (Only available to Missouri residents)? E-mail a counselor and start finding the help you need. All e-mails will be answered within 15 hours. If this is an emergency, please call 9-1-1. |
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Various problem gambling awareness materials are available for free to all Missouri residents. The materials include posters, brochures, information cards, booklets for the loved ones of problem gamblers and more. For more information about the items available, click here. |
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| Locate the closest Missouri Certified Compulsive Gambler Counselor in
your area by looking at our list of providers. More... |
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Is Someone You Know Gambling For More Than Fun?
Just thinking about talking to someone about a gambling problem
can be scary, but knowing how to begin can help you find the
courage to start the conversation. More... |
By joining the Bets Off Bulletin mailing list you will receive quarterly e-mail notifications pointing
you to the newest version of the Bets Off Bulletin. MORE...
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Responsible Gambling Guidelines
If you're concerned that gambling is becoming more than a
game for you, try using these guidelines to moderate your play. More... |
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Help Is Available
If you feel you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call
1-888-BETSOFF
(1-888-238-7633). email - freehelp@888betsoff.org
Your toll-free call to 1-888-BETSOFF can put you in touch
with people who understand your situation and can refer
you to
free treatment
in your area.
You can also reach the Help Line counselors via email; emails will be answered within 15 hours.
Compulsive gambling is a behavior disorder in which an individual has an uncontrollable
preoccupation and urge to gamble. This results in excessive gambling, the outcome of
which is loss of time and money.
The gambling reaches the point at which it compromises, disrupts or destroys the
gambler's personal life, family relationships or vocational pursuits. The key
signs are emotional dependence on gambling, loss of control and interference with
normal functioning.
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