MNAPG BLOG
The Lure of Online Gambling During a Pandemic
Susan Sheridan Trucker, executive director of Northstar Problem Gambling is the guest on MPR and talks about the lure of online gambling during the pandemic. LISTEN
Problem Gambling Awareness Month
In this Episode, Brian discusses problem gambling awareness month with Julie Hynes, Krystal Smith and Susan Sheridan Tucker. These guests provided a number of resources in the interview. LISTEN
Gambling Addiction with Mike Schiks
In this podcast Mike Schiks, former CEO of project turnabout talks on the topic of gambling addictions. LISTEN
Recovered Video Game Addict Creates Support Community for Professionals and Players
Cam Adair, a video gamer in recovery, has made his life’s purpose to prevent others from reaching the same depths as he did. READ MORE
Tips for Parents from a Recovered Gaming Addict
Standing strong and being firm in the values you hold for your family will help avoid gaming addiction in kids. READ MORE
World Health Organization Notes Gaming Disorder
By including gaming disorder in their 2018 list of diseases, the WHO brings greater attention to gambling disorder. READ MORE
Perspectives on Loot Boxes
Many games with "loot box" systems already meet criteria for gambling, potentially endangering the gambling health of youth. READ MORE
The Convergence of Gaming and Gambling
Children and teens have little awareness that game-based interactions may lead to problem gambling issues later in life. READ MORE