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In recent years, Kansans have been gambling in record numbers. Gambling can be a source of entertainment, a chance to socialize with others in a fun, safe and exciting atmosphere and, perhaps, to win some money.

However, Harvard Medical School's Division of Addiction estimates that about 4 percent of the adult population of Kansas – approximately 73,000 people – could have a gambling problem.

The National Council on Problem Gambling defines problem gambling as:

"... gambling behavior which causes disruptions in any major area of life: psychological, physical, social or vocational."

This web site is designed to help those with a gambling problem, friends and loved ones of problem gamblers and professionals who treat problem gamblers.

In The News

Newest Casino State Builds on Other's Experience to Create Responsible Gaming Programs.

Although casinos in Kansas, the latest state to legalize commercial casino gaming, won't open their doors for at least another year, state gaming regulators already have been hard at work developing responsible gaming regulations to govern activities at the four anticpated state-owned properties. Click here to read more.

 


 
 

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