Betting can be enjoyed responsibly – but when gambling becomes a problem, it’s time to seek help. Watch the video for more information. Anyone struggling with illegal sports betting in Atlantic City or any other type of gambling can call 1-800-GAMBLER for support, treatment, and hope 24/7.

On September 15th, the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey (CCGNJ) held our 35th Annual Statewide Conference. In the spirit of this year’s theme, “The New Frontier in Gambling Treatment,” we invited various experts to speak about innovations in research and therapy via workshops given to conference attendees. Here are just a few of […]

Last month, the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey (CCGNJ) held our 35th Annual Statewide Conference. Each year, we invite professionals that work in fields related to gambling to gather for a day of sharing our experiences and learning of the latest advancements in gambling problem help. This year, our theme, “The New Frontier […]

On September 15th, we held our 35th Annual Statewide Conference. This year, the theme was “The New Frontier in Gambling Treatment.” At the event, researchers, therapists, and doctors presented their findings and innovations in the study of disordered gambling and gambling problem help. At the CCGNJ, we work hard to stay on the cutting-edge of […]

More and more seniors struggle with gambling addiction, including in the form of casino gambling in Atlantic City, online gambling at home or another form of betting, every day. Over the years, the retiree demographic has grown tremendously due to improvements in healthcare. The rate of seniors with gambling addiction has also increased and continues […]

Join us at the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey as we observe National Recovery Month. Every year, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, leads the country in a month dedicated to spreading awareness and understanding of mental disorders and […]

Gambling is considered an invisible addiction. There are no smells or track marks that are easily identifiable. There are no blood tests, urine screens or hair follicles to detect gambling disorders.  Gambling Disorder is officially classified by the American Psychiatric Association as an addiction, though gambling problems can easily be camouflaged as ordinary and unremarkable […]

The Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey (CCGNJ) proudly supports the New Jersey Lottery as they renew their vow to promote responsible play and spread awareness of New Jersey gambling law. On August 16th, the NJ Lottery held an event with the CCGNJ at an ACME in Hamilton Square, NJ, where they announced the […]

At the CCGNJ, we take great pride in our work. Our dedication to educating the public about gambling addiction and providing support, treatment and hope to problem gamblers manifests in many ways: Our confidential, 24/7 gambling help hotline, events that we host to spread awareness, and resources available both online and throughout the state, to […]

Friday, September 15th, 2017, is the official date of our 35th Annual Statewide Conference on Disordered Gambling, and we couldn’t be more excited to invite you to mark your calendar. Each year, we at CCGNJ invite professionals in the gambling industry who are dedicated to responsible gaming, as well as treatment professionals invested in their […]

A loved one struggling with a gambling problem may seem fine on the surface, but look deeper, and you might realize that their casino gambling in Atlantic City has gotten out of control. Here are a few of the biggest warning signs that your loved one may need help: Whether you or a loved one […]

Here at the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey, we understand that overcoming a gambling addiction requires an immense amount of willpower, and plenty of patience besides. It might take months, or even years — and that’s okay. Fortunately, you don’t have to undergo this arduous journey alone. We are always here, 24/7, to […]

We’re winding down summer with some great news: Our commercial spot, “Know Someone in Over Their Head?” was nominated for an Emmy! We’re honored to have our message selected from hundreds of entries in the Mid-Atlantic Region. If you haven’t seen it yet, you can watch the 15-second spot on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bi_8Y-ALczM. For many problem […]

Recently, Bill S1927/A3532 has been a heated topic of debate between Democratic and Republican political parties. The bill is currently on the table for becoming a new addition to New Jersey State legislature. The NJ State Senate passed Bill S1927/A3532 on a twenty-nine to six vote in favor of the legislature in late June 2017. […]

The Press of Atlantic City reported on the rise in New Jersey gambling, in reference to a recent study done by the Rutgers School of Social Work. According to these sources, New Jersey’s state gaming addiction has risen to four times the national average. Such a disturbing leap in gambling disorders marks statewide concern.   […]

From the Executive Director “THE NEW FRONTIER IN GAMBLING TREATMENT” I would like to extend a personal invitation to everyone reading the Council Connection to attend our 35th annual Statewide Gambling Conference. The theme of this year’s event is ‘The new frontier in gambling treatment’. This is a great opportunity for like-minded people to get […]

Gambling at casinos in Atlantic City has become a problem for people of all ages, but mainly among the elderly. Their marketing is focused toward this demographic and they try to create a seductive environment with bright lights, food and drink perks, and bus trips to the casinos pose a dangerous environment for some people. […]

The workplace is a common source of stress for many people. Long hours, deadlines, fussy bosses, heavy workloads, irritating coworkers and more can contribute to an employee feeling stressed out. It can even lead to depression or addictions like problem gambling at casinos in AC. But there are methods to alleviate said stress and promote […]

On a recent edition of the Emmy award-winning Another Thing with Larry Mendte, Neva Pryor, the Executive Director of the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey, came in for an interview. Gambling is not a new issue, and neither is addiction. But you’d be surprised about how gambling has evolved over the years and […]

A gambling addiction is dangerous on its own, but when you couple it with a dependency on alcohol, it can be catastrophic. Unfortunately, the combination is way too common. In honor of Alcohol Awareness Month, the Council on Compulsive Gambling of New Jersey (CCGNJ) is taking some time to focus on the connection between problem […]