by Kate Winter | Mar 1, 2026 | Blog, Problem Gambling, Sports Betting
March in Pennsylvania isn’t just about the madness of the basketball tournament; it is also National Problem Gambling Awareness Month (PGAM). At The Better Institute, we see firsthand how the line between a fun pastime and a serious struggle can become blurred.... 
by Kate Winter | Sep 2, 2025 | Blog, Problem Gambling, Sports Betting
As football season kicks off, the air fills with excitement. But alongside the thrilling games, we’re seeing an unprecedented flood of sports betting ads, fantasy leagues, and peer pressure to wager. While many adults can gamble responsibly, student-athletes... 
by Kate Winter | Feb 1, 2025 | Blog, Problem Gambling, Sports Betting
With the Super Bowl just days away and March Madness about to tip off, it’s prime time for sports betting. The excitement is undeniable, and placing bets through sports betting apps and online sportsbooks makes it more accessible than ever. But amidst the thrill... 
by Kate Winter | Feb 26, 2024 | Blog, Sports Betting
For those individuals struggling to manage their sports betting, a great way to start the recovery process is by self-excluding from casinos, online betting, and other forms of gambling. Learn More About Self-Exclusion Forward this link to someone to help us spread... 
by Kate Winter | Feb 19, 2024 | Blog, Sports Betting
Sports betting can be enjoyable and a fun source of entertainment for some people, but for others, it can become problematic and may severely impact a person’s finances, relationships, and career. Here are factors that can put individuals at risk for problem sports... 
by Kate Winter | Feb 12, 2024 | Blog, Sports Betting
Here is a great article on problem sports betting and young adults. “You can be gambling away your house on your mobile phone sitting at the dinner table, and not a single person will know until the devastation of your whole family is complete,” Lia Nower, director of...
