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Gambling Among Young People A Rising Concern
Despite a drop, the issue of student-athlete harassment by bettors has become more prevalent in recent years with the rise of online gambling. So has the prevalence of problem gambling among younger bettors.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsNew App Designed For Gambling Addiction Recovery
The Problem Gambling Help Network of West Virginia (PGHNWV), which operates the helpline 1-800-GAMBLER, has partnered with CHESS Health to launch the first customized version of the app.
Continue Reading Take Me to More News‘If I Had It To Lose, I Lost It,’ Gambler Discusses Recovery
Gambling is a growing industry with increases in online gambling at the forefront. But with that comes problems. Problem gamblers are always chasing the high of winning. According to a problem gambler who is in recovery, gambling addiction is the same as any other addiction.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsGambling Addiction Recovery And Forever Chemical Removal, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, we learn what recovering from problem gambling can look like, and hear about efforts to move forever chemicals from drinking water.
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Problem Gambling: A Growing Concern With Online Betting
News Director Eric Douglas speaks with Sheila Moran, director of Marketing and Communications for First Choice Services, the company that runs West Virginia’s gambling helpline, Problem Gambling Help Network, 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537). The helpline is available 24 hours a day and connects individuals who may be struggling with problems due to gambling behaviors with the resources they need.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsOnline Gambling Increases Need For Counseling And A Federal Bill Threatens Solar Credits, This West Virginia Morning
On this West Virginia Morning, as online gambling increases more people are losing more money than they can afford. And a bill moving through Congress could wipe out tax credits for solar projects.
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