Having good digital health habits are important, especially at a time when our reliance on technology has never been greater, and the same can be said when it comes to online gambling. Online gambling encompasses any game that’s connected to or played over the internet – whether it be a smartphone, tablet, computer, or gaming […]
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Did you know that 66% of parents never talk to their children about gambling? With Communicate with Your Kids Month taking place in October, Change the Game Ohio encourages you to speak with the child in your life about responsible gaming habits and how gaming can sometimes look a lot like gambling. Youth who gamble […]
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The month of October is recognized as National Depression and Mental Health Screening Month. This annual observance happens to bring greater awareness to the need for proper mental health screening services. A mental health screening can be a simple conversation about your emotional health with a counselor to determine if you might be at-risk of […]
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According to a recent study, people who struggle with a problem with gambling have a 15 times higher risk of suicide. Suicide rates increased by 19 times among men between the ages of 20-49 if they reported having a problem with gambling and 15-fold among people of all ages. While September is coming to an end, […]
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For the past year, Ohio has once again been leading the way in providing support for those dealing with problem gambling through a resource called the “Warm Transfer Line.” When individuals call Ohio’s Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-589-9966, they will be asked at the end of the call if they’d like to be connected with […]
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Is your child a gamer? According to the American Psychological Association, it’s likely. The Association has found that more than 90% of American kids play video games. With that level of accessibility and early exposure comes an increased risk of developing a problem with gaming. But Change The Game Ohio has tools and resources that […]
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If you or someone you know has ever struggled with a mental health or substance use disorder, you might know how complex the journey toward recovery can be. Whether it is a problem with gambling, a substance use disorder, or something else, Before You Bet wants to promote healthy recovery for all Ohioans during September, […]
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This year, the week of September 19th is Responsible Gaming Awareness Week(RGEW) — seven days dedicated to increasing problem gambling awareness among gaming industry employees and customers. Founded by the American Gaming Association, Responsible Gaming Education Week provides gaming companies and casinos with opportunities to expand their responsible gaming efforts by focusing on employee education […]
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While the Android and Apple stores are full of gambling games and apps that could lead to an urge to gamble, there are also more responsible gambling and recovery apps than ever before. Below is a compiled list of three apps that can help you make more responsible decisions if you choose to gamble. Bettor […]
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This fall, students across the country will start to head back into classrooms. If you’re an educator, Change The Game Ohio provides plenty of ways you can educate your students on the risks of gambling behaviors. The reality is that students are an at-risk population, as 6.5% of 14 to 21-year-olds are at risk for […]
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