June 17th, 2008
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Most people that visit casinos or use other forms of gambling such as the lottery or online casinos do it strictly for recreational purposes. However, about 3-5 percent of the world’s population gambles excessively, to the point that it damages their lives. According to the National Council on Problem Gambling, 4-6 million Americans are considered problem gamblers, and 2 million (1 percent of the US population) are diagnosed as pathological gamblers.
While the gaming industry should not be blamed for the phenomenon of problem gamblers, it is responsible for providing programs that address problem gambling. In California, for example, three local casinos have taken measures to educate their personnel on responsible gambling.
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Problem Gambling Conference in California – Industry Coverage – Onlinecasinoreports.com
Author Contact Info: Mairav Z
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