MNAPG Blog
Recap: NCPG Virtual Pre-Conference
Susan Sheridan Tucker provides a breakdown of the pre-conference sessions provided by the National Council on Problem Gambling on June 8-9. READ MORE
Outreach Resumes as Normalcy Beckons
As the pandemic turns endemic, MNAPG has had more opportunity to do in-person outreach. Here’s a look at some of the recent efforts undertaken by Sonja Mertz, MNAPG’s community educator, and Susan Sheridan Tucker, MNAPG’s executive director. READ MORE
In Their Own Words – Melanie’s Story
Melanie returned to GA after losing her job, experiencing depressions and attending treatment for her gambling. She learned that she can find hope and meaning from the most unlikely of sources and lives a gambling-free life today. READ MORE
NCPG Signs Historic Agreement with CCGNJ for Use of 1-800-GAMBLER
The NCPG has entered into a six-year license agreement with the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey, Inc. for the use of their 1-800-GAMBLER® federally registered service mark in all U.S. states outside of New Jersey, as well as all U.S. territories and the District of Columbia. READ MORE
Update on Minnesota Sports Betting Bill
The 2022 legislative session ended without any action on the sports betting bill. There were significant differences between the bill approved by the House and the bill introduced in the Senate. READ MORE
Connecting. Reflecting. Moving Forward. Assessing the State of Problem Gambling – 2022
The 2022 conference, which will be offered in person and online, will cover a variety of topics with two presentation tracks, one geared toward treatment professionals and another for a more general audience. READ MORE
2021 NAADGS Problem Gambling Services Survey Results with Dr. Jeffrey J Marotta
Dr. Jeffrey J. Marotta discusses the latest findings from the 2021 NAADGS Problem Gambling Services Survey.LISTEN
Speaking the Language
Sports betting comes with a jargon all its own. Here are some common terms used in sports gambling. READ MORE