Millions of Americans are problem gamblers – so why do so few people ever seek treatment?
The opportunity to gamble has moved from a trip to Vegas, to a drive to a local casino, to the phone in your pocket. And if you’re a sports fan, nudges to place bets have become nearly impossible to ignore, with sports gambling ads and promos routinely appearing on TV, social media, sports radio and in arenas.
The stunning expansion of sports wagering following decades of casino expansion certainly gives any rational person reason to pause.
For most bettors, gambling is an occasional form of entertainment – Powerball tickets when the jackpot swells to $1 billion, Super Bowl squares with co-workers, a birthday trip to the casino.