Guides, research, and real talk about gambling recovery.

Sports Betting: The Addiction in Your Pocket

A counselor with 20 years in gambling treatment compares a betting app to carrying cocaine you can't use. What that means for recovery.

Aug 6, 2026

Only 7.6% of Patients Get Asked About Gambling

Arizona screens patients for mental health 55% of the time and gambling 7.6%. A new state study shows what that gap costs, and how to close it.

Aug 1, 2026

Can Breathing Exercises Actually Reduce Cravings?

A meta-analysis of 1,249 people finds controlled breathing measurably reduces cravings. What it found, and what it did not test.

Jul 31, 2026

Illinois Just Made Gambling Disorder a Real Diagnosis

Illinois signed SB 2749 on July 25, writing gambling disorder into the Substance Use Disorder Act. What it changes for treatment access, and what it doesn't.

Jul 27, 2026

The World Cup Is Over. Your Betting Account Isn't.

The 2026 World Cup was the biggest US betting event ever. The games are over but your app isn't. Why the quiet after is the riskiest moment, and how to get out.

Jul 24, 2026

The Biggest Betting Event in US History

Americans wagered a record amount on the 2026 World Cup. The tournament ended; the accounts did not. What the quiet after does to a bettor.

Jul 20, 2026

1-800-MY-RESET: The National Gambling Helpline

The national gambling helpline is now 1-800-MY-RESET. Why it changed, what happens when you call, text, or chat, and how to take the first step.

Jul 19, 2026

Gambling and Suicide Risk: Getting Help Now

Gambling disorder carries one of the highest suicide risks of any addiction. The research, the warning signs, and how to get help right now.

Jul 19, 2026

How Self-Exclusion Works, and How to Enroll

A practical guide to gambling self-exclusion: state and operator programs, how to enroll, how long it lasts, and why to pick the longest period.

Jul 19, 2026