Tag: #ProblemGamblingAwareness

Each September, Responsible Gaming Education Month (RGEM) brings together advocates, operators, and communities to promote gambling literacy and consumer education. Led nationally by the American Gaming Association and supported in the Sunshine State by the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling (FCCG), this year’s theme—Play Smart from the Start—encourages anyone who chooses to gamble to understand…
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Ever find yourself asking, “Why am I back in the same place I swore I’d move past?” It’s easy to fall into familiar patterns, hoping for different results without changing what drives them. But our beliefs shape our behaviors—and those behaviors shape our outcomes. When you recognize that cycle, you can start to see how…
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None of us go through life without experiencing loss, and the grief that comes with it. While some people are naturally equipped with stronger coping mechanisms, others may face more frequent or intense losses. Each new loss can stir up the pain of previous ones, bringing old wounds back to the surface. Grieving is a…
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As we know, gambling disorders require money to sustain. Overspending beyond our means can create serious issues in many areas of life. For those with families, it can severely damage relationships and strain household finances. The time and energy spent chasing the urge to gamble often come at the expense of quality time with loved…
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Many adults may not realize that children can start gambling at a very young age. Nowadays, with most children receiving smartphones around the ages of 10 to 11, this not only exposes them to social media peer pressure but also to the risk of engaging in gambling as minors. Problem gambling is a hidden addiction…
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Defense mechanisms act like emotional armor – carefully crafted to shield us from the pain of confronting difficult truths. This protective layer keeps others at a distance, deflecting questions, concern, and even our own self-awareness. It spares us from the sting of shame and the vulnerability of admitting we might have a problem. But while…
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Gambling addiction is a family disease, because it influences the lives of everyone around the problem gambler. Family members will unknowingly adapt to the problem gambler by taking on certain roles that can challenge or enable them. Imagine a beautiful and symmetrical spider web. Each strand represents a different member of a family, all interconnected.…
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Abuse refers to any action intended to control or harm another person. It is frequently driven by a desire to assert power and dominance over someone else. Abuse can take many forms, including physical (domestic violence), sexual, verbal, financial, or psychological mistreatment. All forms of abuse can range from subtle to severe in their effects.…
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For many, the idea of a happy, supportive family is a cherished dream. In reality, navigating family relationships can be challenging, even under the best circumstances. Every family – whether it includes parents and children, blended families, or extended relatives – faces its own unique joys and struggles. Each member plays an important role, and…
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National Great Outdoors Month is a month-long celebration held in June to encourage Americans to enjoy public lands and waters. If you’re concerned about your gambling or that of a loved one, it can mean so much more. Stepping outside and spending time in the great outdoors is not only enjoyable but is also healthy for the…
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