2012 NCRG Scientific Achievement Award – Dr. Randy Stinchfield – Recognizing outstanding contributions to the study of gambling disorders, the NCRG Scientific Achievement Awards have proven to be a highlight of the NCRG’s annual Conference on Gambling and Addiction since their creation in 2002. The NCRG Scientific Achievement Awards may include: – Research investigators at any stage in their career whose research has made significant contributions to the knowledge base about gambling disorders. – Educators who have successfully mentored young investigators in the field or have excelled at promoting public awareness and education about gambling disorders and responsible gaming – A recent publication in a scientific, peer-reviewed journal that represents a seminal work in the field To view a list of NCRG Scientific Achievement Award winners, visit our past winners webpage at www.ncrg.org.

 

Board of Health Rejects Idea of Casino in Toronto

Filed under: gambling and addiction

Members voted 9 to 1 in favour of the motion and rejected the idea of a casino complex, mainly because it would lead to a rise in problem gambling and addiction. Councillor Mihevc cited a report by the medical officer health, Dr. David McKeown, that …
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Pokies players have trouble identifying addiction warning signs

Filed under: gambling and addiction

Regular players of the pokies find it difficult to identify early warning signs that they are addicted, according to a study published on Monday. The ANU study of regular gamblers in Canberra also finds they are very reluctant to intervene when they …
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Gambling addiction spiked with slots nearby

Filed under: gambling and addiction

Recovered gambling addict Jason Applebaum says in his experience the closer the casino, the more destructive the behaviour. Applebaum, 34, has been outspoken in his opposition to the province's plan to add casinos, saying his addiction reached its peak …
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