Part 1 Principles and Paradigms of GD: Discover the who, what, when, where, why, and how?

Summary:

Nationally gambling expansion is on the rise, and Maryland is no exception. We will discuss who is at risk and susceptible to developing problems with gambling and gambling disorder, with evidenced based screening tools for integration into clinical practice. What are the different forms of gambling, when does a person’s gambling indicate problems, and why is gambling disorder considered a hidden addiction will be explored. Discover how you can integrate conversations about the potential harms of gambling into your practice and models of care.

 Objectives:

• Discuss the definition of      gambling, review gambling terminology and the many forms of wagering      available.
• Understand the expansion of      gambling throughout Maryland, the United States and the impact increased      access has had on special populations.
• Be able to utilize evidenced      based gambling screening tools to enhance clinical practice.
• Following the diagnostic      criteria for Gambling Disorder, the only (currently) behavioral      Substance-Related and Addictive Disorder.