12th Annual Conference on Problem Gambling
Save the Date: Friday, June 13, 2024. We are excited to invite you to save the date for our 12th Annual Maryland Conference on Problem ...
Other states have tackled youth gambling. Why hasn’t Maryland?
Maryland is lagging behind as youth gambling rises, while neighboring states implement education programs to combat the issue. Legislative delays and staffing shortages have stalled ...
March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month
Each March, the Center actively promotes Problem Gambling Awareness Month, a grassroots public awareness and outreach campaign established by the National Council on Problem Gambling ...
Screen for Gambling Disorder
The Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling (the Center) is committed to increasing the capacity of mental health/behavioral health care treatment and prevention programs ...
This March, take the “Madness” out of Gambling
It’s March and basketball “madness” abounds! It’s known that more and more states are discussing and passing sports legislation. The American Gambling Association AGA, estimated ...
Expert Weighs in on increased sports gambling addiction nationwide
Dr. Christopher Welsh, Medical Director of our Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling, joined FOX-45 Morning News to discuss the study and share treatment ...
If you bet – PLAY IT SAFE!
This Sunday, February 9th, 2025, is the 59th occurrence of football’s Biggest Game, one of the most celebrated sporting events of the year. Along with ...
The Senate Budget & Taxation Committee heard iGaming testimony on Wednesday, January 29th
The Senate Budget & Taxation Committee heard hours of testimony on iGaming on Wednesday, January 29th. The Center was there to oppose the legislation along ...
Gift Responsibly. Lottery Tickets Aren’t Child’s Play
Many view gifting lottery tickets as harmless fun for any age that adds a touch of excitement in the anticipation of possibly wining money. However, ...
The Center discuss problem gambling on Maryland Public Television’s Direct Connection
The Center’s very own Director, Mary Drexler and certified Peer, James Nowlin appeared on Maryland Public Television’s Direct Connection where they discuss problem gambling, how ...
