Is Ohio's approach to sports gambling a 'slippery slope' to creating addicts?

Ohio is launching sports betting. Experts warn of the risk of addiction. The rate of problem gambling among sports bettors is at least twice as high as among gamblers in general. The state provides a stable funding source for such efforts. It does not restrict certain types of sports bets linked to problem gaming. e-sports betters are more likely to develop symptoms of gambling-related problems. Sports-betting apps change the odds constantly. iReport.com: iReporter.co.uk: What do you think? Share your thoughts.

Gamblers Anonymous met on December 17 in Clifton United Methodist Church. They discussed the 20 questions that the group urges bettors to ask themselves. The group also discussed sports betting ads that arrived with Ohio’s launch. They also talked about the effectiveness of voluntary exclusion programs. One member of the GA recommends answering the questions honestly. He also advises to work hard and to add another day of abstinence to the current abstinence. There are several resources for people with gambling addictions. For example, the National Council on Problem Gambling offers a help line 1-800-522-4700 and online chat for those concerned about betting addicts.

Question #4 asks if you have ever felt remorse after gambling. Question #11 asks whether you've ever sold anything to finance gambling and Question 16 asks about committing an illegal act to fund gambling in the past.

The National Council on Problem Gambling offers a help line 1-800-522-4700 and online chat for people concerned about betting addictions.