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Opponents of expanded casino gambling around the country have offered up the premise that casinos will bring increased problem gambling. In Florida and other states, however, it is state lotteries that are causing the most calls to gambling addiction hotlines.
Gamblers Anonymous is one of the telephone services that allows gamblers to call in and receive counseling without having to reveal their identity. It is a program that deals with all forms of gambling addiction, but the most prevalent is that of citizens that are addicted to the lottery.
In Florida, lottery gamblers have many different options, and the lottery continues to expand. Last year, the Florida Lottery started placing scratch-off vending machines in retail locations throughout the state. These machines have made it even easier for gamblers to access the tickets.
This week, the Florida Lottery unveils Lucky Lines, a new game that could be even more detrimental for those looking to avoid the grasp of gambling addiction. The Lucky Lines game is instant, meaning gamblers will not have to wait until a drawing at night to know if they have won.
Read entire article here.
Gamblers Anonymous is one of the telephone services that allows gamblers to call in and receive counseling without having to reveal their identity. It is a program that deals with all forms of gambling addiction, but the most prevalent is that of citizens that are addicted to the lottery.
In Florida, lottery gamblers have many different options, and the lottery continues to expand. Last year, the Florida Lottery started placing scratch-off vending machines in retail locations throughout the state. These machines have made it even easier for gamblers to access the tickets.
This week, the Florida Lottery unveils Lucky Lines, a new game that could be even more detrimental for those looking to avoid the grasp of gambling addiction. The Lucky Lines game is instant, meaning gamblers will not have to wait until a drawing at night to know if they have won.
Read entire article here.
