After years of working the Gamblers Anonymous (GA) program, it was “tough love” from his family and some frank advice from a GA veteran (and mentor) that compelled Jimmy to fully commit to his recovery. In this episode Jimmy shares his personal story of gambling disorder and his extraordinary journey towards recovery.

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It’s a trick question. The answer is ALWAYS! But sadly, not everyone sees it that way. Jody Bechtold joins the show to discuss how various generations respond to the proliferation of gambling access in the US. Jody’s experience and expertise in gambling disorder treatment is well respected and she is recognized internationally as one of the leading experts on gambling addiction. We are thrilled to have her join Wager Danger

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Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER

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Jody Bechtold Tedx Talk: Luck, Skill, and The Rise of Gambling

The Better Institute

In recognition of National Problem Gambling Awareness Month, Wager Danger travelled to Waukegan to attend and capture highlights from Dr. Adell’s personal story “Confessions of a Slot Machine Queen.”

A jointly sponsored event between Northern Illinois Recovery Community Organization (NIRCO) and Nicasa Behavioral Health Services, Dr. Mary Robison at NIRCO and Elizabeth Thielan at Nicasa also join our conversation to share why these grassroots community events are so important.

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Gateway Foundation Gambling Treatment

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Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER

Nicasa Behavioral Health Services

Northern Illinois Recovery Community Organization

Confessions of a Slot Machine Queen on Amazon

Are you Really Winning?

NYT article about older women and gambling

Megyn Kelley TV Special

Natasha Shull – Addiction by Design

Dave Wohl has some big shoes to fill. As ICPG’s new Executive Director, Dave talks about taking over from ICPG’s founder, Bill Johnson, and how they are teaming up with other organizations across the state to spread the word on gambling disorder, and its effects on many underserved communities.

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Gateway Foundation Gambling Treatment

Illinois Council on Problem Gambling

info@illinoisproblemgambling.org 

dwohl@illinoisproblemgambling.org

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Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER

Are you Really Winning?

“Helping people feel good about their finances is an important part of feeling better overall.” – Alex DeMarco. 

GamFin is an organization that connects gambling disorder counselors with expert financial counselors to help restore the financial health for individuals struggling with problem gambling. Alex DeMarco tells us how the process works and why it is beneficial for financial and emotional well-being.

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Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER

Are you Really Winning?

GamFin Website

support@gamfin.org

This episode takes a look back at some interesting moments from very important conversations we have had over the last 12 months.

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“Not a Chance” teaches High Schoolers how to make thoughtful decisions.  Enhancing the protective factors that lead to improved self-awareness and better decision making is the primary goal…problem gambling prevention provides the context.  Utilizing an interactive approach, the lessons allow students to understand their personal boundaries more clearly and develop the confidence to adhere to them.  Alison Donoho and Emma Bowen from Chestnut Health Systems join Wager Danger to discuss how Not a Chance is improving the behavioral health of today’s youth.

Website for Chestnut: www.chestnut.org

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“Sports gambling itself is not inherently risky but sports gamblers are!”

Dr. Grubbs and his students at University of New Mexico are conducting research on the gambling habits of sports bettors and the results may surprise you. Their research has gathered data that show why sports bettors are more likely to engage in more forms of wagering, and why that behavior is a strong predictor that these gamblers are statistically more likely to develop a gambling addiction.

Joshua Grubbs PhD Website

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Are You Really Winning – areyoureallywinning.com 

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