National Survey on Gambling Attitudes and Gambling Experiences 3.0 (2024)| National Council on Problem Gambling
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate Appropriations Committee today approved a key provision in the FY26 Senate Defense Appropriations Bill that would, for the first time, make gambling addiction an eligible research topic under the Department of Defense’s Peer-Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP). The decision marks a historic step in addressing gambling disorder as a behavioral […]| National Council on Problem Gambling
By Dave Yeager and Rich Taylor One of us developed a gambling addiction while serving on active duty. The other now leads responsible gambling efforts for a major betting company. We’re also both veterans—one Soldier, one Marine. And while our experiences with gambling couldn’t be more different, we’ve come together with a shared concern: the […] The post The military faces a gambling addiction crisis. We’ve lived it – on both sides. appeared first on National Council on Problem...| National Council on Problem Gambling
Washington, DC – The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) is honored to announce the recipients of the 2025 National Awards. Each year, NCPG honors individuals and organizations from around the world for their work on problem gambling and responsible gambling. The awards ceremony, exclusively sponsored by Scientific Games, took place on Friday, July 18, […] The post National Council on Problem Gambling Announces Recipients of 2025 Awards appeared first on National Council on Proble...| National Council on Problem Gambling
NCPG urges more federal action as nearly 20 million U.S. adults report problem gambling behaviors. WASHINGTON, D.C. – A national survey released today by the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) finds the spike in risky gambling behavior observed during the COVID-19 pandemic has eased as awareness of the gambling health crisis and access to […]| National Council on Problem Gambling
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) is pleased to announce the newly elected members of its Board of Directors, as well as the slate of officers who will lead the organization for the upcoming year. Following the annual election in June, NCPG members voted to elect the following individuals to serve […]| National Council on Problem Gambling
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) is pleased to announce $192,000 in Agility Grant funding awarded to five organizations as part of the Spring 2025 cycle. These grants, which are made possible with funding from the NFL Foundation and FanDuel, support the development and expansion of problem gambling prevention initiatives tailored […]| National Council on Problem Gambling
The annual observance of Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) begins on March 1st, 2025. PGAM plays a vital role in enhancing public understanding, breaking down barriers to care, and fostering open discussions about the impact of gambling on individuals, families, and communities. It unites various stakeholders, including public health organizations, advocacy groups, professional sports leagues, […] The post Seeking Understanding: Problem Gambling Awareness Month 2025 appeared first on ...| National Council on Problem Gambling
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) proudly announces the observance of Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM) throughout March 2025. This year’s theme, “Seeking Understanding,” aims to increase awareness of problem gambling as a serious yet often misunderstood mental health condition. PGAM serves as a crucial platform for improving public understanding, removing […]| National Council on Problem Gambling
1. Have there ever been periods lasting two weeks or longer when you spent a lot of time thinking about your gambling experiences, planning out future gambling ventures or bets, or thinking about ways of getting money to gamble with?*| National Council on Problem Gambling
Washington, D.C. – The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) strongly supports the reintroduction of the Gambling addiction Recovery, Investment, and Treatment (GRIT) Act by U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and U.S. Representative Andrea Salinas (D-OR). This legislation would establish the first-ever federal funding stream to support problem gambling treatment, prevention, and research efforts nationwide. Federal […] The post National Council on Problem Gambling Supports Rein...| National Council on Problem Gambling
Washington, DC – As Super Bowl LIX approaches, the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) reminds those who choose to place wagers on the event to do so in a way that minimizes risk, while also sharing resources for those who have been impacted by problem gambling. According to estimates from the American Gaming Association, Americans […]| National Council on Problem Gambling
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Washington, DC – Today, the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), the only national nonprofit organization that seeks to reduce the economic and social costs associated with gambling addiction, proudly unveiled its newly established Tribal Advisory Council. While NCPG has worked with Tribal gaming entities for many years, the formation of the Tribal Advisory Council […]| National Council on Problem Gambling
Almost all state legislatures have wrapped up their 2024 legislative sessions. For the first time since PASPA was overturned in 2018, no new states legalized sports betting in 2024. A handful of states tried to pass legislation, but each attempt was unsuccessful. Click on the map below for details on each state that considered sports […]| National Council on Problem Gambling
The National Council on Problem Gambling is the only national nonprofit organization that seeks to minimize the economic and social costs associated with gambling addiction. NCPG is neutral on legalized gambling.| National Council on Problem Gambling
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