Connecticut Certification Board
Connecticut Certification Board
COVID-19 and Problem Gambling - The Perfect Storm
COVID-19 and Problem Gambling - The Perfect Storm
COVID-19 and Problem Gambling - The Perfect Storm
Monday 13th April 2020
Discover how COVID-19 has increased problem gambling risks and learn about available support and treatment options.
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Get the buttons here!Pandemic Pressure: How COVID-19 Has Amplified Problem Gambling
In addition to raising awareness of problem gambling and the availability of current treatment options statewide, he currently chairs The National Council on problem gambling's awards committee and serves on the prevention committee and emerging trends and social media subcommittees.
Feeling trapped by the pandemic? You're not alone. COVID-19 has done more than just disrupt our daily routines; it's also intensified problem gambling for many. In this eye-opening episode of 'Scope of Practice', Art Mongillo from the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling dives into the pandemic's unique challenges for those struggling with gambling issues. With social distancing leading to increased loneliness and isolation, many have turned to online gambling as a form of escape.
However, this shift brings its own set of risks. Mongillo, who chairs The National Council on Problem Gambling's awards committee, sheds light on how the surge in online gambling platforms has complicated matters, making it easier for people to fall into harmful patterns. Ever wondered about those offshore betting sites? Mongillo highlights how some have taken to setting bets on daily temperatures in various cities, showcasing the bizarre lengths to which gambling can go during these times.
But it's not all doom and gloom. The episode also explores the positive steps being taken to combat these issues. From clinician training to live online chat support offered by the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling, there are resources available for those seeking help. Self-exclusion options and tracking payment transactions on online platforms are just some of the measures discussed that aim to provide a safety net for those at risk.
Mongillo emphasizes the importance of awareness and training for clinicians, especially now when more individuals may be vulnerable. The Connecticut Certification Board is also committed to increasing opportunities for clinicians to better support those grappling with problem gambling. So, if you're feeling the weight of the pandemic and its impact on your gambling habits, know that you're not alone and there are ways to seek help.
Tune in to hear more about how COVID-19 has shaped problem gambling and what can be done to mitigate its effects.