Gambling addiction is a serious problem for millions of Americans, and for many, multiple addictions complicate the recovery process. For those beginning their recovery from problem gambling, knowing how to avoid starting another addiction is vital to regaining control of a happy, healthy life. Gambling and Other Co-occurring Addictions It is not uncommon for individuals […]
View This ArticleToday we sat down with Rod Correa, Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor specializing in gambling (CASAC-G) at the Lexington Center for Recovery in Westchester County, NY, for an interview about his experience as a counselor working with people with gambling addictions. Hi Rod! Can you introduce yourself and your background? Growing up in an […]
View This ArticleEvery day, we’re exposed to gambling. We see billboards sharing the latest entertainers coming to a casino near us. We hear radio ads pumping us up for the latest record-breaking jackpot. We read about the discussion of casino expansion and online gambling legalization in the newspaper. We watch gambling in movies and on TV shows […]
View This ArticleAre there certain situations you find yourself in that always lead to you gambling? Avoiding these gambling opportunities is a must for anyone who is fighting to end his or her addiction. Once .you identify your gambling triggers, you must take action to keep those triggers from causing you to make bad decisions that threaten […]
View This ArticleWhen you make the decision to stop gambling and recover from your addiction, you will have to figure out how to keep yourself from gambling in the future. The first step is to identify your gambling triggers. What are gambling triggers? These are the reasons or circumstances that most often cause you to gamble, whether […]
View This ArticleIt’s a tremendous step when you acknowledge your gambling addiction and make the commitment to stop gambling. But once you do, how do you stay away from gambling opportunities? How do you avoid gambling when it goes on around you? Avoiding situations that have previously led you to problem gambling is critical for your long-term […]
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Executive Director
Jim Maney is the Executive Director for the New York Council on Problem Gambling.
