MNAPG BLOG
The WAGER: Pay to play too much?: Gambling and pay-to-win video games
December’s “The Wager” reviewed a recent study exploring whether or not there is a connection between gambling and play-to-win video games. This study suggests there’s a possible connection. READ MORE
Kicking off Gift Responsibly Campaign
MNAPG is once again participating in the Gift Responsibly Campaign by NCPG. READ MORE
The WAGER: Addiction & the Humanities – Are video games normalizing addictive behaviors?
This WAGER article advocates for the necessity of content warning in games that include problem behavior along with the relationship between gaming and problem behavior. READ MORE
The WAGER: Bitcoin and Slots: Examining The Association Between Cryptocurrency Trading and Problem Gambling Risk
A study by Paul Delfabbro and colleagues ask the question, How do gambling habits, problem gambling rates, and prevalence of stock trading differ between sports bettors, crypto traders, and people who do both? READ MORE
New Additions to MNAPG Staff
We welcome Sonja Mertz and Eboun Wibourn to the MNAPG staff. Sonja joined MNAPG in August as our new community educator and Eboun joined MNAPG in September as our new office manager. READ MORE
New Feedback Tool for Minnesotans
Minnesotans now have the ability to see how their gambling behavior compares with other residents of the North Star State. READ MORE
MNAPG in the Community
MNAPG has visited a variety of conferences this quarter to advocate for problem gambling treatment. READ MORE
Status of Telehealth Counseling Uncertain
It's unknown whether telehealth services will continue, according to information given by DHS. READ MORE