If you follow the news, you’ve likely heard about the significant growth in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Dogecoin. But why exactly has crypto gambling taken off? First, it’s beneficial to know what a cryptocurrency is. A cryptocurrency is a virtual form of proxy payment similar to arcade tokens or casino chips and can be used […]
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With the weather warming up, pools opening for the season, and parks in full bloom, May is the perfect time of year to commit or recommit to physical activity as a family. Because being active is always more fun when you do it outside! Getting outside and being active is even more important if the […]
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Youth gaming isn’t just fun and games anymore. Chris J. Tuell, Ed.D, LPCC-S, LICDC-CS is the Clinical Director of Addiction Services at the Lindner Center of Hope. He is also an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Cincinnati. At the Lindner Center of HOPE, Dr. Tuell oversees areas of chemical addictions (drugs […]
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The month of May could mean many different things for you: the arrival of spring, graduation parties, or Memorial Day observances. But May is significant for another reason you might not know – it is Mental Health Awareness Month. You might be wondering how problem gambling and mental health are connected. But gambling addiction has […]
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A growing number of studies have shown that some children’s apps and games are intentionally designed to simulate gambling. But what risks could this pose to the child in your life, and are there specific apps adults should be on the lookout for? Experts say that as more apps and games promote “social gambling” – […]
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According to Gambling News, the cost of TV ads for online gambling has been exponentially increasing over the last year – from $292 Million in 2020 to $725 million in 2021. In a growing number of states , gambling operators are starting to compete for market share, with bookmakers like DraftKings, FanDuel, MGM Resorts International, […]
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There are plenty of ways to improve your mental health, including getting enough sleep, exercising, and maintaining a healthy diet. But did you know that volunteering can have amazing benefits to your mental health while positively impacting the community around you? Next week is National Volunteer Week, which honors the individuals who dedicate themselves to […]
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Did you know that compulsive gambling can activate the same pathways in the brain as a dependency on alcohol? With April recognized as Alcohol Awareness Month, Before You Bet is educating Ohioans on recent research that highlights similarities in brain chemistry between alcohol use and compulsive gambling and sharing available resources for those who may […]
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Kerri Luckner spent the beginning of her career as an elementary school teacher, then turned children’s social worker. About six years in, she grew weary of pointing out problems and not being able to help find solutions for them. This led her to counseling people with addictions, and she now serves as the Chief Operating […]
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Do you cope with stress by distracting yourself with other activities? If you do, you’re not alone. According to the Mental Health Foundation, some turn to substances like alcohol or drugs to deal with the unpleasant emotions of stress. But these actions have the potential to negatively impact people’s mental health more than stress. Similarly, […]
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