High Stakes, Low Standards: America's Gambling Gamble
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Gambling Addiction: Echoes of the Opioid Crisis
This chapter draws parallels between the opioid crisis and the emerging threat of gambling addiction, emphasizing societal stigma and the individualized nature of gambling issues. It critiques the current gambling landscape in the U.S., comparing it to other countries and questioning the effectiveness of existing regulatory measures. The discussion highlights the potential long-term consequences of legal gambling on sports culture and fan engagement while weighing both the communal benefits and the serious risks of addiction.
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