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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There are many myths and misconceptions when it comes to gambling. To promote safer and more responsible gambling behaviors, it’s important to know these popular myths so you can recognize them and incorporate alternative healthy habits into your life. Four common gambling myths include: The more you gamble, the more likely it is that you’ll […]
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The National Survey of Gambling Attitudes and Gambling Experiences 1.0, otherwise known as NGAGE, provides insight into Ohioans’ common attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors regarding gambling. The survey was commissioned by the National Council on Problem Gambling and was conducted in November 2018. The report looks at aggregated data across the country by interviewing handfuls of […]
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Whether it’s poker, fantasy sports, or online gaming, college students are gambling in more ways than you might think. In fact, three out of four college students have reported engaging in some form of gambling. As that number rises, so does the rate of college students who struggle with a problem with gambling. Currently, the […]
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