Si vives con alguien que sufre de juego problemático, es posible que hayas descubierto que has perdido una parte de ti mismo en la relación. Puede que hayas sacrificado algunos valores y creencias importantes para facilitar tu vida e incluso para permitir que el trastorno continúe sin darte cuenta.  Muchas personas nunca se han sentado a identificar sus valores y creencias fundamentales. Nunca hemos contemplado qué es importante para nosotros. ¡Conocer la diferencia entre un valor y una creencia también es importante! Esto es lo que exploraremos juntos en este blog.  ¿Qué es un valor ..read more

If you are considering that your gambling may be getting out of control, here is something to consider: in what ways does gambling fulfill you? Many gamblers start off gambling for fun, as a way to be social with others, while some say it is “to make money.” Problem gambling can begin when someone thinks it is a good way to escape from life and its stressors, or that it will take care of all their problems with just one “big win.” This is often where gambling crosses the line into disordered gambling. It’s when gambling isn’t fun anymore. It can be a need to escape other problems in one’s life ..read more

It is always a good time to check in on everyone around us to and ask if they are doing alright, both mentally and physically. Did you know that April is National Minority Health Month (NMHM)? This annual event works to raise awareness about health disparities that continue to affect people from racial and ethnic minority groups and encourage action through health education, early detection, and control of disease complications. Read the April Web Letter to learn why raising awareness about problem gambling and the resources available to Floridians through the 888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine should be p ..read more

Del 18 al 24 de marzo es la Semana Nacional de Datos sobre Drogas y Alcohol en 2024. Es una oportunidad para arrojar luz sobre la ciencia del consumo de drogas y la adicción entre jóvenes y adultos, y su relación, así como similitudes y diferencias, con el juego problemático.  El juego desordenado siempre debe incluirse en la discusión sobre el abuso de drogas y alcohol. No es raro que aquellos en riesgo o que ya están sufriendo de juego problemático también estén luchando con dificultades relacionadas con las drogas o el alcohol, dada la alta tasa de comorbilidad dentro de esta población ..read more

Problem Gambling Awareness Month occurs annually in March, in part due to the wagering frenzy associated with the NCAA collegiate basketball championship tournament – known to many as March Madness. This year, March Madness is in action from Selection Sunday on March 17th until the NCAA Championship Game on April 8th. Like the Super Bowl, March Madness draws in even those who don’t otherwise bet on games during the regular season. The popularity of the tournament inspires office betting pools and bracket contests of all kinds, as millions around the country make efforts to be included in the a ..read more

Did you know that March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM)? It’s a great time to pause and examine your gambling habits. There are a few approaches to help you explore your gambling habits to see if you may have a problem or not. Even if there is the slightest doubt in your mind, about your gambling or that of a loved one, calling or texting the completely confidential 888 ADMIT-IT HelpLine is an easy first step and will be beneficial. You can also explore the FCCG’s website at gamblinghelp.org to learn more about the signs of a gambling problem, and you can also complete a variety of ..read more

¿Sabías que marzo es el Mes de Concientización sobre el Juego Problemático (PGAM)? Es un momento ideal para hacer una pausa y examinar tus hábitos de juego. Hay varios enfoques que pueden ayudarte a explorar tus hábitos de juego para ver si puedes tener un problema o no. Incluso si hay la más mínima duda en tu mente, ya sea sobre tu juego o el de un ser querido, llamar o enviar un mensaje de texto a la Línea de Ayuda 888 ADMIT-IT, completamente confidencial, es un primer paso fácil y beneficioso. También puedes explorar el sitio web de FCCG en gamblinghelp.org para aprender más sobre las señal ..read more

Are you familiar with the new “investment” rage of Non-Fungible Token (NFT) and cryptocurrency trading? NFT day trading, cryptocurrency day trading, and stock market day trading have more in common with slot machines, poker, and sports betting than you might think. They all involve the act of risking something of value on an activity that has an uncertain outcome – or simply put, gambling. Though not often recognized as such, day trading on the stock market – or with NFTs or cryptocurrencies – constitutes a form of gambling, and today’s trading apps and websites make it easier than ever. Read ..read more

To achieve effective recovery with disordered gambling, it is crucial to understand the psychology addressing the cycle of gambling action. It is also just as important to gain the skills to get out of the cycle and into recovery. Think of it as if you are on a merry-go-round, and you must find a way to get off. How would you do that? Keep reading, and we will explain how you can throw a wrench (coping skill) into the cycle at any point to stop it from continuing.  Thoughts and Fantasies  The cycle or gambling episode begins with having thoughts and fantasies of gambling. This is the ..read more

Para lograr una recuperación efectiva con el juego compulsivo, es crucial comprender la psicología que aborda el ciclo de la acción del juego. También es igual de importante adquirir las habilidades para salir del ciclo y entrar en la recuperación. Piensa en ello como si estuvieras en un carrusel y tuvieras que encontrar una manera de salir. ¿Cómo lo harías? Sigue leyendo, y te explicaremos cómo puedes arrojar una llave inglesa (habilidad de afrontamiento) en el ciclo en cualquier momento para evitar que continúe.  Pensamientos y Fantasías  El ciclo o episodio de juego comienza con t ..read more