NYC-area boys using bar mitzvah money to gamble as sports betting addiction on the rise with teens

NYC-area boys using bar mitzvah money to gamble as sports betting addiction on the rise with teens

Max’s friend group of high school boys in Manhattan throws an annual Super Bowl Party. But this year’s gathering was “a really sad moment,” the 17-year-old told The Post. “It used to be for the experience, but this year it wasn’t,” said Max (at his parents’ request, his name has been changed). “It was everybody … Read more

Kids who grow up playing Minecraft and Fortnite are particularly susceptible to this dangerous issue

Kids who grow up playing Minecraft and Fortnite are particularly susceptible to this dangerous issue

It’s not all fun and games. Experts have long warned that spending a lot of time playing video games can increase anxiety, depression, eye strain, the risk of developing obesity and other health woes. Research has also shown a link between excessive gaming and another serious issue you might not expect — with one expert … Read more

Young men face high risk for gambling addiction as sports betting surges: experts

Young men face high risk for gambling addiction as sports betting surges: experts

The recent rollout of legalized sports betting across 36 states has surged the gambling industry — but experts say it’s coming at the cost of mental health in young men. In particular, easy access to online betting, most popular with sportsbooks — which often incentivize new customers with credits and first-bet loss forgiveness as a … Read more

Will online gambling spread beyond these six states, or is it just a fad?

Will online gambling spread beyond these six states, or is it just a fad?

When it comes to online gambling and sports betting, each state has its own rules, regulations and legalities. Sports betting has been widely legalized across the United States, but online gambling still remains rather scarce from state to state.  Much of the hesitancy is fueled by a fear that offering online gambling as an option will pull … Read more