The PEOPLE Chronicles Radio
The PEOPLE Chronicles Radio
The World according to Problem Gambling
The World according to Problem Gambling
The World according to Problem Gambling
Friday 1st April 2016
Discover insights on problem gambling and available resources in Berks County with Marcia Goodman-Hinnershitz on Your Bridge to Addiction Resources.
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Get the buttons here!Gambling Addiction: Insights and Solutions with Marcia Goodman-Hinnershitz
It's important for people to know that they have choices that they can make and to be able to make educated choices so that they can understand what's gambling and what's not okay, and that it's not that we're making a judgment on their behavior, but if it's starting to impact their lives in a harmful way, there is help available.
Ever wondered how gambling can quietly turn from a fun pastime into a serious problem? In this episode of 'Your Bridge to Addiction Resources', Marcia Goodman-Hinnershitz, Director of Planning and Resource Development at the Council on Chemical Abuse, sheds light on the issue of problem gambling. Joined by host Yvonne Stroman, Marcia dives into the behaviors and attitudes that often accompany gambling addiction and how it can affect not just the individual, but their families too.
She shares her 15 years of experience with COCA, highlighting the agency's growth to include services for gambling addiction alongside alcohol and drug abuse prevention. Legalized casino gambling in Pennsylvania has brought both challenges and opportunities, with increased funding now available for prevention and treatment efforts. Marcia discusses the importance of making informed decisions to prevent gambling problems and emphasizes that help is available for those struggling.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of gambling addiction and the resources available in Berks County.