Problem Gambling Video PSA Catechism of the Catholic Church – Problem gambling is gambling behavior which causes disruptions in any major area of life: psychological, physical, social or vocational. The term “Problem Gambling” includes, but is not limited to, the condition known as “Pathological”, or “Compulsive” Gambling, a progressive addiction characterized by increasing preoccupation with gambling, a need to bet more money more frequently, restlessness or irritability when attempting to stop, “chasing” losses, and loss of control manifested by continuation of the gambling behavior in spite of mounting, serious, negative consequences. One of the biggest problems related to gambling and other compulsive and addictive behaviors is that the person with the problem tends to be the last one to see it. You probably picked up this brochure because you wondered either about your own gambling or the gambling habits of someone you care about. We’re glad you had the courage to do so, and we hope the following information will increase your understanding of this problem area. Risking money or valuables in hopes of winning more than you’re risking is gambling. Calling it a “friendly bet,” or a “gentleman’s bet,” or saying “We’re just making the game a little more interesting” does not alter the fact that it is still gambling. Gambling can include buying instant lottery tickets, playing the on-line or video lottery games, playing cards, dice, or dominoes, playing in casinos, playing slot machines, betting on sporting events (with or without a …

 

Hi-tech lessons in money matters

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Parents of the digital generation who have been looking for the latest electronic devices this Christmas may also wonder whether the new technologies can help children and young people learn about money. Parents of the digital generation who have been …
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Hope springs eternal: Will gambling finally come to the Nevele?

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But he added that the initial bills to be drafted by the legislature, with Governor Andrew Cuomo's help, would likely not include any mention of place, the better to allow them passage. On Wednesday, December 19, it was reported in the Albany Times …
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Former bank manager stole money to pay gambling debt

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The offences were planned, deliberate and involved multiple transactions over a lengthy period of time for personal benefit, but Fox said what really needs to be addressed is Howell's gambling problem. Putting him in prison would not help him deal with …
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