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Can you bet on the NBA All-Star Game? Legal betting landscape

Sports Betting

Feb 11, 2025

NHL 4 Nations Face-Off: Betting legally, responsibly

Sports Betting

Feb 11, 2025

Gambling addiction care should be with certified counselors

Problem Gambling

Feb 10, 2025

Intimacy Anorexia: Signs, Causes and Treatment Options

Sex Addiction

Feb 6, 2025

60 Minutes on new-age treatments for Veterans with PTSD

Feb 6, 2025

Sports Betting legality in New Orleans, LA for Super Bowl

Sports Betting

Feb 5, 2025

New Sports Betting research highlights worrying behaviors, thinking

Sports Betting

Feb 4, 2025

Blurred Lines: Stocks, Crypto & Sports Betting Converge

Sports Betting

Jan 31, 2025

Who is leading the fight against Sports Betting?

Sports Betting

Jan 30, 2025

North Carolina's first Super Bowl with online Sports Betting

Sports Betting

Jan 28, 2025

Social media's impact on adolescents' sleep, mental health

Technology Addiction

Jan 23, 2025

Role of coroners, sportsbooks in gambling addict suicides

Problem Gambling

Jan 22, 2025

Can you bet on the NFL Pro Bowl? Legal betting landscape

Sports Betting

Jan 22, 2025

New NCAA survey reveals troubling trends, but has flaws

Sports Betting

Jan 21, 2025

eBay Addiction: Online Auctions can be Dangerous, Addictive

Technology Addiction

Jan 16, 2025

Can Facial Recognition Technology help with Problem Gambling?

Problem Gambling

Jan 15, 2025

How to legally, responsibly bet on the Winter X Games

Sports Betting

Jan 15, 2025

Are Super Bowl Squares being targeted by Illinois lawmakers?

Sports Betting

Jan 14, 2025

How much Porn is too much? Crossing the line to Addiction

Porn Addiction

Jan 10, 2025

NFL Playoffs: Higher Stakes Shouldn't Mean Bigger Bets

Sports Betting

Jan 8, 2025

Dry January bad for you? One addiction expert says yes

Jan 7, 2025

WhatNot Addiction? Dangers of Fast-Paced Auction Site

Technology Addiction

Jan 7, 2025

New DraftKings subscription option pushes parlays even more

Sports Betting

Jan 7, 2025

Tips for Stopping Compulsive Social Media Usage This Year

Technology Addiction

Jan 4, 2025

What we learned about Sex and Porn Addiction in 2024

Problem Gambling

Jan 3, 2025

How to Cut Down on Screen Time, Cell Phone Use in 2025

Technology Addiction

Jan 3, 2025

America should aim to bet more responsibly, smartly in 2025

Problem Gambling

Dec 30, 2024

Prioritize Your Mental Health as a New Year's Resolution

Dec 30, 2024

New Year's Resolution to Stop Gambling? How to Quit Betting

Problem Gambling

Dec 27, 2024

Is new technology fueling rises in Shopping Addiction?

Dec 27, 2024

WSJ on Stocks, Crypto Trading + Gambling Addiction trend

Problem Gambling

Dec 25, 2024

Is it legal to bet on the World Darts Championship?

Sports Betting

Dec 24, 2024

Roblox Addiction: Is the popular game dangerous for kids?

Video Gaming Addiction

Dec 23, 2024

At-Risk Populations for Gambling Addiction: Stats & Trends

Problem Gambling

Dec 23, 2024

Anxiety in Military Veterans: Clinical Guidance, Resources

Dec 20, 2024

Holiday Depression: Is it real? How can it be treated?

Dec 19, 2024

Takeaways from U.S. Senate Hearing on Sports Betting

Sports Betting

Dec 19, 2024

Military Veterans and Depression: Guide to Treatment Options

Dec 19, 2024

Who can legally bet on the NCAA College Football Playoff?

Sports Betting

Dec 18, 2024

Addiction Treatment for Veterans: Care Options Available

Dec 18, 2024

Sports Betting in South Carolina: Latest Legalization News

Sports Betting

Dec 18, 2024

Veterans with PTSD: Understanding Treatment Options

Dec 18, 2024

Veterans Mental Health: Specialized Services & Support

Dec 18, 2024

Avoid giving Sports Betting Gift Cards as holiday presents

Problem Gambling

Dec 17, 2024

Sports betting over Christmas: How to keep gambling in check

Sports Betting

Dec 13, 2024

Signs of Sex Addiction: When sexual behavior becomes a problem

Sex Addiction

Dec 12, 2024

Why to NEVER give lottery tickets to kids as a holiday gift

Problem Gambling

Dec 11, 2024

Call of Duty Addiction: Help for Compulsive Video Gaming

Video Gaming Addiction

Dec 5, 2024

Sports Card Addiction: Is it Real? Common? Treatable?

Dec 5, 2024

Can medication help treat Sex Addiction? Expert views

Sex Addiction

Dec 5, 2024

Can you bet on the Heisman Trophy winner in NCAA Football?

Sports Betting

Dec 5, 2024

10 tips to help with stress of Holiday shopping, planning

Dec 5, 2024

Can you bet on the MLS Cup Final? LA Galaxy vs NY Red Bulls

Sports Betting

Dec 5, 2024

Are lottery scratch-offs addictive? Scratch ticket addiction

Problem Gambling

Dec 4, 2024

Where is Online Casino Legal? State-by-State iGaming Legality

Sports Betting

Dec 4, 2024

Addicted to Blackjack? Help for Casino Gambling Addiction

Problem Gambling

Nov 27, 2024

How to Avoid Addiction Relapse over the Holidays

Nov 27, 2024

Keno: Casual entertainment or path to Gambling Addiction?

Problem Gambling

Nov 27, 2024

Operators have no duty to stop Problem Gamblers from betting?

Problem Gambling

Nov 27, 2024

Addiction Solitaire: Is it Actually Addictive?

Video Gaming Addiction

Nov 26, 2024

How to STOP Video Game Addiction: Strategies & Support

Video Gaming Addiction

Nov 25, 2024

Thanksgiving Betting: Avoid gambling pitfalls over the holiday

Sports Betting

Nov 22, 2024

Vape Addiction Help: How to Stop Vaping Nicotine Today

Nov 22, 2024

Can Ozempic and weight-loss drugs help with addiction?

Nov 21, 2024

Can you get Addicted to Weed? New Marijuana Addiction research

Nov 21, 2024

Thanksgiving Stressors: Mental Health Tips for the Holiday

Nov 20, 2024

Can you bet on the F1 Las Vegas race? That depends.

Sports Betting

Nov 20, 2024

Michigan Sports Betting, Gambling Addiction Numbers Rising

Problem Gambling

Nov 19, 2024

Is Addiction a Disease? Expert Views on Age-Old Debate

Nov 15, 2024

Is Addiction Hereditary? Causes of Addiction Revealed

Problem Gambling

Nov 15, 2024

How to Avoid Relapse of Gambling Addiction: Expert Guide

Problem Gambling

Nov 15, 2024

What is the Addiction Severity Index (ASI)? How is it used?

Nov 14, 2024

Should Missouri be worried about legalized Sports Betting?

Problem Gambling

Nov 14, 2024

Is High 5 Casino legit? Legal? Safe? Sweepstakes Casino

Sports Betting

Nov 14, 2024

The Dangers of New Live-Dealer Online Casino Games

Problem Gambling

Nov 13, 2024

Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Is the USA next?

Technology Addiction

Nov 13, 2024

Can I bet on the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight? Yes and no

Sports Betting

Nov 12, 2024

How is Sex Addiction diagnosed? Are there DSM-5 criteria?

Sex Addiction

Nov 9, 2024

Which states have legal Sports Betting? Now ft. Missouri

Sports Betting

Nov 8, 2024

Online Betting Addiction: Signs, Treatment and Recovery

Problem Gambling

Nov 8, 2024

Can "screen time" for kids lead to technology addiction?

Technology Addiction

Nov 8, 2024

Technology Addictions: Types of Compulsive Tech Use Today

Technology Addiction

Nov 6, 2024

Global Impacts of Gambling and Sports Betting Revealed

Problem Gambling

Nov 6, 2024

When will sports betting go live in Missouri? MO now legal

Sports Betting

Nov 6, 2024

SnapChat Addiction: Compulsive Teen Usage of Social App

Technology Addiction

Nov 5, 2024

Is Novig legal? Legit? Pivot from Exchange to Sweepstakes

Sports Betting

Nov 5, 2024

How Many Teens Are Addicted to Social Media​? Stats, Trends

Technology Addiction

Nov 3, 2024

Do Porn Blocker Tools & Apps Work? How to Stop Porn Use

Porn Addiction

Oct 31, 2024

Fortnite Addiction: It's real, but help is available

Video Gaming Addiction

Oct 30, 2024

Gambling Addiction group support meetings, now from home

Problem Gambling

Oct 30, 2024

Drugs and Gambling Addiction: Is There a Connection?

Problem Gambling

Oct 29, 2024

Pro bettors imitating Gambling Addicts to trick sportsbooks

Problem Gambling

Oct 29, 2024

What we can learn from Problem Gambling rates in New Jersey

Problem Gambling

Oct 29, 2024

Online Sports Betting vs Casino: Which is the Bigger Concern?

Problem Gambling

Oct 29, 2024

VaTech dismisses Hysier Miller amid sports betting scandal

Sports Betting

Oct 28, 2024

Mental Health Counselors: Confidential, Covered by Insurance

Oct 27, 2024

Sex Addiction Therapy in Dallas, TX: Confidential Counseling

Sex Addiction

Oct 26, 2024

Alarming Scale of Abuse of College Athletes Revealed

Sports Betting

Oct 25, 2024

Which states allow NCAA College Basketball Prop Betting?

Sports Betting

Oct 24, 2024

Guide to Motivational Interviewing in Addiction Counseling

Oct 24, 2024

Sportsbook features that can help you bet responsibly

Sports Betting

Oct 24, 2024

Is PrizePicks legit? Safe? Legal? Where is it banned?

Sports Betting

Oct 24, 2024

Is it legal to bet on 2024-25 NCAA College Basketball?

Sports Betting

Oct 22, 2024

Your Son is Betting on Sports: What You Can Do and Say

Sports Betting

Oct 22, 2024

Tips, Strategies for Quitting Gambling from Recovering Addict

Problem Gambling

Oct 21, 2024

Is it Legal to Bet on the NBA? 2024-25 Basketball Betting

Sports Betting

Oct 21, 2024

Is it smart to bet Same Game Parlays? SGP's explained

Sports Betting

Oct 18, 2024

Gamblers Anonymous vs Birches Health: Comparing Care Options

Problem Gambling

Oct 17, 2024

NY Times has latest troubling Gambling Addiction story

Problem Gambling

Oct 17, 2024

Twitch Addiction: Are kids addicted to streaming platforms?

Technology Addiction

Oct 17, 2024

Trump vs Harris: Who is favored in election betting odds?

Sports Betting

Oct 17, 2024

2024-25 NBA Betting Guide: Bet Legally, Smartly, Responsibly

Sports Betting

Oct 17, 2024

Withdrawal from Masturbation Addiction is Real

Sex Addiction

Oct 15, 2024

Addiction to Betting: Care Options for Problem Gambling

Problem Gambling

Oct 15, 2024

How Hard Rock got a sports betting monopoly in Florida

Sports Betting

Oct 15, 2024

Addiction Counseling: How Therapy Can Help

Oct 14, 2024

What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? Guide to CBT

Oct 11, 2024

Gambling Addiction Treatment Options in Connecticut

Problem Gambling

Oct 10, 2024

Sports Betting Rigged? How Sportsbooks Always Win

Sports Betting

Oct 10, 2024

Guide to betting the 2024 MLB Playoffs smartly, responsibly

Sports Betting

Oct 10, 2024

Relapse of Porn Addiction: Avoidance Strategies & Advice

Porn Addiction

Oct 10, 2024

Is it Legal to Bet on the NHL? 2025 Hockey Betting

Sports Betting

Oct 9, 2024

Is Sex & Love Addicts Anonymous right for you? Care options

Sex Addiction

Oct 9, 2024

How to Help Someone with Addiction: Guide to Supporting

Oct 6, 2024

Gambling Addiction Help: Guide to Treatment and Recovery

Problem Gambling

Oct 6, 2024

Sports Betting is Worryingly Rampant at Colleges

Sports Betting

Oct 5, 2024

Home Addiction Treatment: Teletherapy Gambling Care Explained

Oct 5, 2024

Am I a Sex Addict? How to assess your sexual behaviors

Sex Addiction

Oct 5, 2024

Sports Gambling Addiction: Treatment for Betting Problems

Sports Betting

Oct 4, 2024

One Man’s Story: Gambling Addiction & Recovery Journey

Problem Gambling

Oct 2, 2024

Is America Addicted to Parlays? Rapid Rise in Parlay Bets

Sports Betting

Oct 1, 2024

ZYN Withdrawal: Stopping Addiction to Nicotine Pouches

Oct 1, 2024

Is Fliff legit? Safe? Legal? Social gaming sweepstakes app

Sports Betting

Oct 1, 2024

PornHub Addict? Help is available for Porn Addiction

Porn Addiction

Sep 28, 2024

Gambling Addiction connection with Domestic Violence, IPV

Problem Gambling

Sep 27, 2024

OnlyFans Addiction: How to Stop and Get Help Today

Porn Addiction

Sep 26, 2024

North Carolina Problem Gambling Helpline Calls Up 79%

Problem Gambling

Sep 26, 2024

Significant Risks of Gambling Addiction in Young Men

Problem Gambling

Sep 26, 2024

Can Indoor Smoking Lead to Problem Gambling in Casinos?

Problem Gambling

Sep 26, 2024

DraftKings Addiction: Help for Bettors Addicted to DK

Problem Gambling

Sep 25, 2024

U.S. can learn from Brazil's Gambling Addiction "Pandemic"

Problem Gambling

Sep 24, 2024

Safer Instagram? Meta unveils new safety measures for teens

Technology Addiction

Sep 24, 2024

Galaxy Gas: What Parents Need to Know about New "Whippets"

Sep 24, 2024

Sports Betting States Fall Short with Consumer Protections

Sports Betting

Sep 24, 2024

Gambling Addiction and Substance Abuse: A Common Connection

Problem Gambling

Sep 21, 2024

How Long to Rewire a Brain from Addiction: Timeline & Process

Problem Gambling

Sep 21, 2024

Impacts of Consolidation in the Sports Betting Industry

Sports Betting

Sep 19, 2024

Are NFL Referees Allowed to Bet on Games? Gamble? Casinos?

Sports Betting

Sep 18, 2024

What is Gender Affirming Care? 2025 Guide

Sep 18, 2024

How Do You Know If You Have a Gambling Problem?

Problem Gambling

Sep 18, 2024

Is Sports Betting Legal in Missouri? Latest News & Updates

Sports Betting

Sep 18, 2024

Women and Gambling: Female Betting Stats & Addiction Rates

Problem Gambling

Sep 18, 2024

Proposed Federal "SAFE Bet Act" Aims to Reduce Gambling Harms

Problem Gambling

Sep 18, 2024

Tattoo Addiction: Can You Really Get Addicted to Ink?

Sep 13, 2024

Kids with Phone Addiction: How to Help, Treat, Recover

Technology Addiction

Sep 13, 2024

YouTube Addiction: Help for People Addicted to Videos

Technology Addiction

Sep 13, 2024

Limiting Bettors: MA's Peek into Sportsbook Limits Process

Sports Betting

Sep 12, 2024

Can Consumers Really Trust Gambling Companies?

Sports Betting

Sep 11, 2024

Importance of Balancing Sports Betting with Other Activities

Problem Gambling

Sep 11, 2024

Porn Addiction Recovery: Understanding Treatment Processes

Porn Addiction

Sep 11, 2024

How Old Do You Have to Be to Gamble? Bet on Sports?

Sports Betting

Sep 10, 2024

Ohtani Gambling Scandal: Latest News and Updates

Sports Betting

Sep 10, 2024

Porn Addiction by the Numbers: Demographics, Stats & Trends

Porn Addiction

Sep 8, 2024

Betting using Credit Cards: Allowed in the US? Should it be?

Problem Gambling

Sep 8, 2024

Gambling Addiction and Anxiety: Is There a Correlation?

Problem Gambling

Sep 7, 2024

What is a Sex Addict? Guide to Understanding Sex Addiction

Sex Addiction

Sep 5, 2024

Why learning Responsible Gaming best practices is critical

Problem Gambling

Sep 5, 2024

Gambling Issues? Guide to Assessment, Treatment & Recovery

Problem Gambling

Sep 4, 2024

How to bet on 2024 College Football smartly, responsibly

Sports Betting

Sep 4, 2024

How to bet on 2024 NFL Week 1 football smartly, responsibly

Sports Betting

Sep 3, 2024

NFL Gambling Policy 2024: Betting Rules for Players, Coaches

Sports Betting

Sep 3, 2024

Distressing portrayal of Gambling Addiction in new 'Industry' ep

Problem Gambling

Sep 3, 2024

Gambling Addiction and OCD: Exploring the Connection

Problem Gambling

Sep 2, 2024

How to Stop ZYN Addiction, Quit Using Nicotine Pouches

Aug 29, 2024

How to Avoid Gambling Addiction: Preventative Steps to Take

Problem Gambling

Aug 28, 2024

Georgia Sports Betting: Is it legal? What gambling is allowed?

Problem Gambling

Aug 27, 2024

Is it Legal to Bet on the NFL? 2024 U.S. Sports Gambling Landscape

Sports Betting

Aug 27, 2024

Gambling & ADHD: Neurodiversity Connection to Gambling Addiction

Problem Gambling

Aug 27, 2024

What & when is Responsible Gaming Education Month? RGEM 2024

Problem Gambling

Aug 27, 2024

Is it legal to bet on College Football? 2024 Season Overview

Sports Betting

Aug 27, 2024

Can I bet on U.S. Open Tennis? How to bet legally, responsibly

Sports Betting

Aug 26, 2024

Sex Addiction Therapy: Guide to Treatment & Recovery

Sex Addiction

Aug 26, 2024

Is Sex the Hardest Addiction to Overcome? Experts Weigh In

Sex Addiction

Aug 24, 2024

Crackdown on Sweepstakes Betting & Online Casino Begins

Sports Betting

Aug 23, 2024

Instagram Addiction: Get Help for Compulsive Social Media Use

Technology Addiction

Aug 23, 2024

Sex Addiction Test: Find Out Now If You Have a Problem

Sex Addiction

Aug 22, 2024

Betting on Bitcoin: Can Crypto Trading Become an Addiction?

Aug 21, 2024

Gambling Addiction Rehab: How to Get Help Today

Problem Gambling

Aug 21, 2024

Notre Dame Sports Betting Scandal: Men's Swim Team Suspended

Sports Betting

Aug 21, 2024

Apps and Plug-ins to Help with Social Media Addiction

Technology Addiction

Aug 19, 2024

Worried about your boyfriend's gambling? We're here to help.

Problem Gambling

Aug 19, 2024

Does United Health Insurance Cover Gambling Addiction Treatment?

Problem Gambling

Aug 16, 2024

Food Addiction Help: CBT for Treating Compulsive Eating

Aug 16, 2024

Measuring the Impacts of Legalized Sports Betting & Gambling

Sports Betting

Aug 15, 2024

Help with Addiction: How Virtual Therapy Can Lead to Recovery

Aug 15, 2024

The Gambler's Fallacy: Past Events Impacting Future Chances

Problem Gambling

Aug 14, 2024

Millennials: The High-Value, High-Risk Betting Population

Sports Betting

Aug 14, 2024

Porn Addiction Resources: Guidance, Treatment & Assessments

Porn Addiction

Aug 13, 2024

Is Sports Betting legal in California? Gambling in CA responsibly

Sports Betting

Aug 12, 2024

Gambling Problem? How to Assess Behavior and Stop Betting

Problem Gambling

Aug 12, 2024

Masturbation Addiction: Signs, Causes and Treatment Options

Porn Addiction

Aug 10, 2024

The Line Between a Healthy Sex Life & Sex Addiction

Sex Addiction

Aug 10, 2024

Is Sports Betting Legal in Texas? Gambling in TX Responsibly

Sports Betting

Aug 9, 2024

Sports Addiction: Avid Fan or Addict?

Aug 7, 2024

2024 NFL Betting Guide: Bet Pro Football smartly, responsibly

Sports Betting

Aug 7, 2024

Addicting Games: Innocent Fun or Actually Addictive?

Technology Addiction

Aug 5, 2024

Social Media Addiction: Statistics, Effects and How to Stop

Technology Addiction

Aug 2, 2024

Which states allow College Football Prop Betting? Which banned it?

Sports Betting

Jul 31, 2024

Parent addicted to Facebook? How to help Mom or Dad

Technology Addiction

Jul 30, 2024

Fantasy Football Addiction? Yes, it's real.

Problem Gambling

Jul 30, 2024

How to Help Someone with a Porn Addiction Today

Porn Addiction

Jul 30, 2024

Can I bet on the NFL Hall of Fame Game? Preseason begins Thursday

Sports Betting

Jul 30, 2024

Promoting Big Sports Betting Wins: Fun or Dangerous?

Sports Betting

Jul 29, 2024

Guide to betting 2024-25 NCAA College Football smartly, responsibly

Sports Betting

Jul 26, 2024

Online Casino, iGaming vs Sports Betting: Opportunity & Risk

Sports Betting

Jul 26, 2024

Gambling Disorder: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment Options

Problem Gambling

Jul 26, 2024

ADHD and Screen Addiction: Is There a Connection?

Technology Addiction

Jul 25, 2024

Self-Exclusion for Sports Betting & Gambling: 2024 Guide

Problem Gambling

Jul 24, 2024

Which Olympic events can I bet on? 2024 Games gambling responsibly

Sports Betting

Jul 24, 2024

Sports Betting Touts: Dangers of Buying Picks from "Experts"

Sports Betting

Jul 24, 2024

Sweepstakes Betting: The Latest Gambling Craze is Dangerous

Sports Betting

Jul 23, 2024

Sex Addiction Stories: First-Hand Accounts You Must Read

Sex Addiction

Jul 23, 2024

TikTok Addiction is Real. Get Help for Social Media Addiction

Technology Addiction

Jul 19, 2024

Slot Machine Addiction: How to Stop Playing Slots Now

Problem Gambling

Jul 19, 2024

Modern-day Bookies: Dangers of Pay-Per-Head Sportsbooks Betting

Sports Betting

Jul 19, 2024

Effects of Video Game Addiction: Recognizing the Impacts 

Video Gaming Addiction

Jul 18, 2024

Gambling Problem Help: Best Resources & Treatment in 2024

Problem Gambling

Jul 17, 2024

Vermont launches Problem Gambling site: Find help in VT now

Problem Gambling

Jul 17, 2024

Gambling Bankruptcy: Options for where to turn, what to do

Problem Gambling

Jul 17, 2024

Therapy for Shopping Addiction: Treatment Options in 2024

Jul 16, 2024

Is it legal to bet on the Election for U.S. President?

Sports Betting

Jul 16, 2024

Religion & Spirituality in Gambling Addiction Treatment

Problem Gambling

Jul 12, 2024

Sex Addiction Recovery Timeline: How long will it take?

Sex Addiction

Jul 11, 2024

Can I bet on 2024 MLB All-Star Game? Betting baseball responsibly

Sports Betting

Jul 11, 2024

Gambling Addiction Treatment for Teens: Stop Teenage Betting

Problem Gambling

Jul 11, 2024

Books about Porn Addiction: List of 7 Must-Reads in 2025

Porn Addiction

Jul 10, 2024

Gambling Addiction rates rising in Military Veterans

Problem Gambling

Jul 10, 2024

Legal to bet on 2024 Tour de France? Bet cycling responsibly

Sports Betting