Nebraska Gambling Surge Coincides with March Madness
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Nebraska grapples with a surge in problem gambling as March Madness begins, coinciding with Problem Gambling Awareness Month. The states Gamblers Assistance Program reports a 30% increase in calls for help in the last two years, highlighting the growing need for support. The council, led by a recovered gambler, views this as a public health crisis, with similar brain effects to drugs like cocaine. Illegal betting on campuses adds to the concern, emphasizing the need for prevention and treatment.
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