The Gambling Clinic Articles
Do I Have a Gambling Problem?
In this article: How Widespread is Problem Gambling in the U.S.? Is It Ok to Want to Keep Gambling? Assessing Your Risk for Problem Gambling Which Gambling Types Are Most Likely to Lead [...]
“The Mismatch” 60 Minutes Speaks on Problem Gambling
In this article: How Legal, Mobile Sports Betting Affects Problem Gambling What is Gambling Addiction? Why Sports Betting Affects Problem Gambling What the Gambling Industry Says The Importance of Responsible Sports Betting Seek [...]
The Origins of Gambling
In this article: Mesopotamia, China, and Egypt: Where It All Began Evolution Through Time and Cultures Medieval Europe: The Rise of Lotteries and Horse Racing United States: From Colonies to Casinos The Dark [...]
Your Casino Cigar May Be Harming More Than Just Your Health | Gambling Harm Data
If you’ve ever walked into a casino, you’ve probably noticed something: the haze of cigarette smoke drifting through the air. For some, lighting up a cigar or puffing on a vape might seem like part [...]
Is The Marketing of Sports Betting Making Things Worse?
Sports betting has exploded in recent years, largely due to the legalization of sports betting in more states and countries, along with the convenience of online platforms that make placing a bet easier than ever. [...]
12 Tips for Responsible March Madness Betting
Sports betting has rapidly emerged as one of the most popular (and addictive) forms of gambling nationwide, and there isn't a time when more opportunities to bet are present than MARCH MADNESS. Unlike the Super [...]
Gambling Treatment Providers | Tips To Increase Client Session Attendance and Satisfaction
In this article: Understand the Barriers to Attendance Leverage Motivational Communication Implement Flexible Scheduling Options Reduce Financial Barriers Create a Welcoming Environment Follow Up Consistently Use Data to Inform Practices Provider Resources from [...]
Providers, Just How Accurate Is Your Gambling Disorder Screening?
In this article: Challenges in Gambling Disorder Screening Insights from the Memphis Gambling Screen (MGS) Improving Gambling Disorder Screening: Actionable Strategies The Role of Education in Screening Success Resources Provided by The Gambling Clinic for [...]
Can Gambling Addiction Be Treated?
In this article: How to Treat Compulsive Gambling Why Treatment for a Gambling Addiction Matters Treatment Centers for Gambling Disorder Types of Therapy and Counseling for Gambling Disorders How to Stop Gambling Addiction [...]
Evidence-Based Insights
Would you like to know more about research related to The Gambling Clinic? The Gambling Clinic is the clinical service division of the Tennessee Institute for Gambling Education & Research (TIGER). Based at the University of Memphis and East Tennessee State University, TIGER conducts research on gambling, the treatment of gambling problems, and responsible gambling, in addition to providing treatment through The Gambling Clinic. Check out our Evidence-Based Insights, which share our peer-reviewed research findings with the general public, policymakers, and gaming operators and regulators.
