Jamie Salsburg
Jamie Salsburg
AG 101: An Episode for Parents with Jody Bechtold, LCSW, ICGC-II, BACC, PC
AG 101: An Episode for Parents with Jody Bechtold, LCSW, ICGC-II, BACC, PC
AG 101: An Episode for Parents with Jody Bechtold, LCSW, ICGC-II, BACC, PC
Thursday 26th October 2023
Gain expert advice on parenting and gambling addiction with Jody Bechtold on 'The After Gambling Podcast'. Learn about common pitfalls and practical solutions.
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Jamie Salsburg
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Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Jody Bechtold brings extensive expertise and certifications in working with gambling disorders and family members, providing valuable insights into the unintentional mistakes parents make that can lead to gambling addiction in their children
- The episode explores the implications of the sports betting and online gambling expansion, reaching a new demographic of gamblers and exacerbating addiction
- Insights into the patterns and characteristics of compulsive gambling shed light on the emotional and psychological aspects of the disorder
- The discussion addresses the concept of 'failure to launch' and emphasizes the need for parents to foster independence and financial responsibility in their children
- Jody's expertise provides valuable preventative strategies for families, highlighting the importance of addressing parenting practices preventatively to support successful transitions into adulthood
The beauty of reaching out and getting the help from you is that you know how gamblers think. Sure, this sounds good on the surface and it sounds like a good plan to the parents, but that's where you could step in and say, but what have you thought about?
Parenting in today's world is tough enough without the added challenge of gambling addiction. In this episode of 'The After Gambling Podcast', host Jamie Salsburg brings in Jody Bechtold, a seasoned expert with a string of credentials, to shed light on how parents can navigate these murky waters. Jody's insights are not just theoretical; they resonate deeply with real-life experiences and challenges faced by many families.
She discusses the often-overlooked mistakes parents might make that could inadvertently steer their children towards gambling. From the rise of sports betting to the lure of online gambling, Jody explains how these modern temptations are pulling in younger demographics, making it even more crucial for parents to be vigilant. But it’s not all doom and gloom. Jody offers practical advice on fostering independence and financial responsibility in children, helping them transition successfully into adulthood.
She also touches on the 'failure to launch' phenomenon, providing strategies to avoid this pitfall. Whether you're a parent worried about your child's potential gambling habits or someone seeking a deeper understanding of the issue, this episode is packed with valuable information and actionable tips. Tune in for a conversation that combines professional expertise with heartfelt empathy, offering a guiding hand through the complexities of parenting in an age of gambling.