In May we celebrate Military Appreciation Month. Those in and out of the military are celebrated during May. We celebrate Memorial Day, Military Spouse Appreciation Day, and Armed Forces Day. It is a month set aside to remind Americans of the sacrifices that our military has gone through for our country. It is also important… Read more »
Mental Wellbeing and Health Did you know that one in five Americans struggle with their mental health? According to Mental Health America, mental illness is a brain based condition that affects thinking, emotions and behaviors. Often there is a stigma around mental health, but it is okay to reach out for support. When someone is… Read more »
Financial Health We talk about our emotional health and our physical health, but often we neglect to talk about our financial health. So, let’s talk about finances and gambling. We call problem gambling the hidden addiction because it is easy to hide. However, did you know that financial problems can often be some of the… Read more »
National Month of Hope April is the National Month of Hope. Hope is positive, strong, and bright. If you are struggling with your gambling, hope may seem impossible. You may be feeling depressed or anxious because of your gambling. Here at the Problem Gambling Resource Centers we want you to know that there is hope…. Read more »
Getting Caught in the Madness March Madness is Here In March, we celebrate Problem Gambling Awareness Month, but in the sports world it’s March Madness. March Madness is the National Collegiate Athletic Association’s (NCAA) Division I college basketball championship. Many people choose to participate as March Madness is exciting and entertaining because there are… Read more »
Screening for Problem Gambling March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM). Throughout the month of March the Problem Gambling Resource Centers (PGRC) work to spread awareness about problem gambling, how to access resources and the importance of screening. Problem gambling is referred to as the hidden addiction, it is often easy to hide and does… Read more »
The New York Council on Problem Gambling Annual Conference In March we celebrate Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM). This year in addition to PGAM, we will also be holding the New York Council on Problem Gambling’s Annual Conference. The conference will be held this year virtually on March 9th and 10th. We want you to… Read more »
Watching the Superbowl The Superbowl is the annual championship game for the National Football League. It is often a time where there are large gatherings of friends and family with an opportunity to watch the game. It is a time to socialize and celebrate with loved ones. However, if you are struggling with your sports… Read more »
Mobile Sports Betting in New York Mobile sports betting was recently legalized in New York State on January 8th. New Yorkers can download an app if they are interested in placing a bet on a sporting event. For many, sports gambling is a form of entertainment that can be fun and enjoying, but for… Read more »
Getting help for your gambling may seem like an easy task, it’s just a phone call away to get connected to a clinician, but it is a big step and can be nerve racking and overwhelming. At the Problem Gambling Resource Center, we understand it takes courage to make that first call. Our goal… Read more »