Before the Shift People often associate gambling and gambling addiction with men and masculinity. Exclusionary perspectives such as these are an even bigger concern in healthcare settings. Influenced by these ideas, research, and the treatment approaches that proceed it, are heavily male-dominant. This makes sense. It’s impossible to expect human beings to completely strip themselves...

The holidays are in full swing, and the new year is just around the corner. With all the festivities, friends and family, we can get caught up in what we need to do or get for others, but it is important to invest in ourselves as well. Simple gifts or “treat yourself” moments are nice, but try to think long term for a minute. What is something you want in the coming year? Something to get...

Around this time of year most people are doing lots of spending. There is much planning to be made in regards to trips. Family might be flying in from different states. For some, it may take a lot to really bring everyone together. There are also many grocery store trips that will be made. Thanksgiving dinner is a tradition for most people. This is the season where people get together with...

Around this time of the year, many people are overjoyed and celebrating the many festivities to be had. Families and friends are all gathered together, visiting and sharing memories. The holidays are perfect for cooking a hot meal, making some drinks and playing some games. Everyone seems to quickly be filled with happiness and harmony. It is the most wonderful time of the year. For some,...

We often turn the other cheek at the idea of establishments advertising addictive products and disguising them as “fun” (i.e. alcohol, vapes). Although casinos look like an adult playground, the atmosphere and incentives offered entice one to “stay and play”, have we not considered that is all part of the plan? Gambling gives you such an adrenaline rush. When you place your bet...

Why People Roll The Dice “…the pure excitement/dread of not knowing how you’re going to feed your family if you lose the next hand. The thrill of winning such huge stakes is what drives you to go back over and over and over again. Even knowing full well that you WILL lose most of the time. That the odds are stacked in the house’s favor. Yet, the draw is still there. Because every...