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An Exploration of Problem Gambling and the Impact of Gambling Harms
Original Recording Date :
Course Format
Recorded webinar.
Description: Problem gambling is called the hidden addiction as it is not easy to recognize and can often be missed. We will explore an introduction to problem gambling including how to identify their warning signs, important cultural considerations, and where to get help.
The training will focus on two high risk populations: those engaging in mobile sports betting and gambling amongst veterans. The introduction of mobile sports betting has increased the risk of problem gambling for some, and we’ll address both the risks and safeguards that are unique to New Yorkers. Gambling has been a part of the U.S military since the civil war and with it being ingrained in military culture is associated with increased risks of both populations such as suicide. We’ll look at how screening and awareness can mitigate the Veteran population’s risk for problem gambling and suicide.
Learning Objectives:
- Define problem gambling.
- List at least three warning signs of problem gambling.
- Identify important cultural considerations when it comes to gambling.
- Identify the correlation between suicide and problem gambling.
- Describe the history of gambling in the military and how military culture puts veterans at risk for developing problem gambling behavior.
- Describe mobile sports betting and how its accessibility can lead to problem gambling.
Research: For more information on problem gambling please refer to the following websites: https://www.ncpgambling.org/ and www.nyproblemgambling.org.
Target Audience: social workers, mental health practitioners, creative arts therapists, marriage and facility therapists, psychologists, addiction professionals, case managers, and other interested individuals.
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Jeffrey Wierzbicki
Jeffrey is the Western Team Lead for the New York Council on Problem Gambling Resource Center. Jeffrey has dedicated his career to helping those in need of assistance, in his current role Jeffrey is an expert in problem gambling and problem sports betting. Jeffrey has provided training in problem gambling and problem sports betting for over 4 years and has developed specialized training for mental health professionals, addictions specialists and the general public to raise awareness of problem gambling. Previously Jeffrey dedicated 12 years to helping runaway and homeless youth reunite with family and learn the necessary skills to be a successful adult. Through that position Jeffrey developed training and presentations for adults, youth, school administrators and families of youth. Jeffrey's dedication for those struggling with addiction drives him to raise awareness of problem gambling.
Jonathan Crandall, BSW, CRPA, VSR
Jonathan Crandall is the Veteran Outreach Coordinator for the NY Council on Problem Gambling (NYCPG). Jonathan served eight years in the military and received his Bachelor of Social Work degree from Keuka College. Jonathan also serves as co-chair of the Military Committee for the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG).
Shanley Olszowy
Shanley is originally from the Syracuse area. She moved to Buffalo to attend, what was then, Canisius College. After obtaining her B.A. in History, she attended the University of Buffalo for her Masters degree in Library and Information Sciences. She spent ten years working at the Central Library of the Buffalo & Erie County Public Library System. During her time there, Shanley worked as a Non-profit Resource Librarian, a Health and Wellness Librarian, the ADA Coordinator, as well as an assortment of other roles. Shanley joined the New York Council on Problem Gambling as a Program Manager in January 2023.
