The popularity of internet-based gambling in Pennsylvania has taken off as the pandemic caused casinos to shutdown. Butonline gambling addictionmay be rising as well.<\/p>\n
In January, Pennsylvania saw more than $80 million in revenues frominternet-based gambling. Thats the most in a single month since it was legalized several years ago<\/p>\n
Josh Ercole, Chief Operating Officer atthe Council on Compulsive Gambling of PA Inc., says calls for help with internet-based gambling addiction, which includes online sports betting, are on the rise.<\/p>\n
The past year has just been incredible, Ercole says.<\/p>\n
A year ago, just 5% of calls concerned internet-based gambling addiction but by the end of the year, it was much higher, he says.<\/p>\n
In December of 2020, we saw the highest rates, 50% of calls were either sports or internet total, so just an absolutely tremendous shift, he says.<\/p>\n
In years past, he says, most people were seeking help with an addiction toslot gambling.<\/p>\n
March isNational Problem Gambling Awareness Month. For more information on how to recognize the warning signs of a gambling problem and to find treatment options call1-800-GAMBLER.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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