Gambling in the USA

New York to pump $1.4M to battle gambling addiction

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May 18, 2018

Niji Narayan

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The state of New York is going to pump $1.4 million in its bid to root out gambling addiction.

The state’s Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services declared its intentions to fund the campaigns to spread awareness of the signs of problem gambling as well as the treatment and recovery services for those struggling with the disease. Every year the state gives the funds to a provider who will oversee the distribution of the money.

The US Supreme Court removed the federal ban on sports betting earlier this week, and some groups immediately expressed the concerns that legalised sports betting could lead to more cases of gambling addiction.

Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul says the funding is intended to help the state strike a balance between offering more gambling options and ensuring there are resources available to help those struggling with addiction or at risk of developing a problem.

New York State’s Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services offer resources for assistance with gambling addiction on their website and have professionals available to speak 24/7 at 1-877-8HOPENY.

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Niji Narayan

Niji Narayan has been in the writing industry for well over a decade or so. He prides himself as one of the few survivors left in the world who have actually mastered the impossible art of copy editing. Niji graduated in Physics and obtained his Master’s degree in Communication and Journalism. He has always interested in sports writing and travel writing. He has written for numerous websites and his in-depth analytical articles top sports magazines like Cricket Today and Sports Today. He reports gaming industry headlines from all around the globe.