In this episode, we step outside the studio to attend and speak with guests attending a resource fair during problem gambling awareness month. Hosted by Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) and co-sponsored by Gateway Foundation, the event space was filled with energy and engaging conversations about gambling addiction and the power of recovery.

Healthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) – hascares.org

Event Link: https://www.instagram.com/has.chicago/p/DHl9H1xv1nQ/

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Gateway Foundation Gambling Treatment

Call Gateway Foundation: 844-975-3663 (DONE)

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Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER

Text GAMB to 833234

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March marks Problem Gambling Awareness Month, and we coordinated a panel discussion with three remarkable leaders who are shaping how Illinois responds to problem gambling.

We're joined by Anita Pindiur, executive director of The Way Back Inn, Heather Martinez from the Illinois Council on Problem Gambling, and Emma Bowen from Chestnut Health Systems. We'll explore why March has become such a pivotal month for awareness, what's happening across the state, as well as some surprising insights from communities grappling with expanded gambling.

Way Back Inn:, 708-345-8422, or wbi@waybackinn.org

Way Back Inn on Instagram

Illinois Council on Problem Gambling, 833-937-4274 ( ICPG)

ICPG on Instagram

info@icpg.org

Chestnut Health Systems

Chestnut Health Systems on Facebook

or 618-877-4420

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wagerdanger@gatewayfoundation.org

Gateway Foundation Gambling Treatment

Call Gateway Foundation: 844-975-3663 (DONE)

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Facebook: @RecoverGateway

LinkedIn: @Gateway-Foundation

Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER

Text GAMB to 833234

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Description: From Midwest Book Review – Relatively few novels cover gambling addiction, in comparison to other forms of addiction, already making Shep and the King of Hearts notable….

Join Stacy and Shane as they discuss the motivations and underlying themes for her debut book.

Order the Book: Shep and the King of Hearts - Amazon

Social Media Links:

Website: https://www.stacyladyman.com

Facebook: Stacy J. Ladyman

Instagram: Stacy J. Ladyman

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Gateway Foundation Gambling Treatment

Call Gateway Foundation: 844-975-3663 (DONE)

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Facebook: @RecoverGateway

LinkedIn: @Gateway-Foundation

Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER

Text GAMB to 833234

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Dr. Michelle Malkin, Director of the East Carolina University Gambling Research & Policy Initiative joins the show to discuss the significant impact of legalized gambling in the US. From gambling motivated crime to the prevalence of gambling on college campuses, to the surprising impact of gambling on LGBTQ+ communities, Dr. Malkin walks us through a fascinating peek at the impact gambling is having within our communities.

Gambling Research and Policy Initiative (GRPI)

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Gateway Foundation Gambling Treatment

Call Gateway Foundation: 844-975-3663 (DONE)

Follow Gateway Foundation:

Facebook: @RecoverGateway

LinkedIn: @Gateway-Foundation

Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER

Text GAMB to 833234

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On this episode we take a look back on many interesting moments from the important conversations we've have over the last 12 months.

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Gateway Foundation Gambling Treatment

Call Gateway Foundation: 844-975-3663 (DONE)

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Facebook: @RecoverGateway

LinkedIn: @Gateway-Foundation

Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER

Text GAMB to 833234

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John Harris returns to the show and provides an update on the ‘Are You Really Winning’ awareness campaign for problem gambling.

Whether you're curious about how gambling awareness is evolving or interested in the innovative ways this program is reaching communities, you won't want to miss this inside look at Illinois' groundbreaking prevention efforts.

Engage with Wager Danger:

wagerdanger@gatewayfoundation.org

Gateway Foundation Gambling Treatment

Call Gateway Foundation: 844-975-3663 (DONE)

Follow Gateway Foundation:

Facebook: @RecoverGateway

LinkedIn: @Gateway-Foundation

Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER

Text GAMB to 833234

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Adolescent and young adults are gaming and gambling at a much higher rate than people tend to believe. The Minnesota Student Survey offers a rich data set from 8th, 9th and 11th grade students across the state and has been collecting data since the early 1990’s. Recently, gambling data has been part of the ongoing study and is providing practitioners with some interesting information. Serena shares what she’s learned by working with adolescent and young adults and including how advertising, artificial intelligence, and evolving incentives all play a role on how our younger generations interact with gaming and gambling.

Show Links:

Minnesota Student Survey

Minnesota Alliance on Problem Gambling

Dr. Serena King:

LinkedIn

Hamline University faculty

Email: sking02@hamline.edu

wagerdanger@gatewayfoundation.org

Gateway Foundation Gambling Treatment

Call Gateway Foundation: 844-975-3663 (DONE)

Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER

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Most of us, at some point in our lives, will struggle. The fortunate will find redemption, fewer will experience transformation. Dan Trolaro’s story embodies what it means to transform and to grow. Listen how Dan’s lived experience fuels his passion to educate NCAA collegiate athletes and youth in general. He’s on a mission to expose the potential dangers and pitfalls associated with gambling and the all-too-accessible world of sports betting.

wagerdanger@gatewayfoundation.org

Gateway Foundation Gambling Treatment

Call Gateway Foundation: 844-975-3663 (DONE)

Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER

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