National Council on Problem Gambling, Inc.
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Phone: 202.547.9204
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Geographic areas served: nationwide
Mission:
The mission of the NCPG is to increase public awareness of problem and pathological gambling, to ensure the availability of treatment services for problem and pathological gamblers and their families, and to encourage research and programs for prevention and education.
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Jeff B.
06/24/11
In a time of financial distress many States turn to gambling and percieve it as a win/win situation, revenue for the state and entertainment for the citizens. That analysis does not take into account the effects of gambling on problem gamblers and pathological gamblers and in turn the effects on the...
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donf
06/23/11
Most of what we hear about problem gambling is sensational, judgmental, and wrong. In reality, it is not evidence of moral weakness nor is it confined to those who are somehow different from us. It is a medical condition that is potentially devastating but very treatable.
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cdmphd
06/22/11
The National Council on Problem Gambling is the primary portal for issues related to problem and pathological gambling. As the primary advocate for individuals and families affected by gambling, the NCPG provides hope and help. With at least 35 state affiliates the NCPG is a network of concerned ...
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