Virtual Webinar On-Demand

Overview and Introduction to Gambling Disorder and Its Treatment

Presented by Jeremiah Weinstock, PhD
1.5 CE Hours , 1.25 On-Demand Clinical Introductory
Overview and Introduction to Gambling Disorder and Its Treatment

Information

Date & Time

Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to:

  • Compare criteria for gambling disorder and substance use disorder. Identify at least two similarities and two differences.

  • Identify two populations that are at a higher risk of developing the disorder and identify at least two underlying factors to contribute to this increased risk.

  • Describe two ways research findings about motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy generalize to clinical practice.

Educational Goal

The educational goal of this workshop is to raise awareness about gambling disorder and its treatment.

Description

Gambling opportunities are rapidly expanding across the United States with many states legalizing sports betting, online gambling, and casinos. Gambling disorder affects about 1-2% of the general population. These individuals, their families, and communities experience significant harms due to their maladaptive gambling behavior. This workshop will review the disorder and its etiology, identify high-risk populations, and discuss evidenced-based treatment options for individuals and families.

Target Audience

  • Counselor
  • Marriage & Family Therapist
  • Psychologist
  • Social Worker
  • Substance Use Disorder Professionals

Presenters

Jeremiah Weinstock, PhD

Dr. Jeremiah Weinstock (PhD) is a licensed psychologist and Professor of Psychology at Saint Louis University. He completed his graduate training at the University of Memphis and a postdoctoral fellowship within the Alcohol Research Center at the University of Connecticut Health Center under the mentorship of Dr. Nancy Petry. Dr. Weinstock’s research specializes in interventions for addictive behaviors with a specific emphasis on gambling disorder and exercise as intervention for other addictions. His research is currently funded by the International Center for Responsible Gaming and historically has been funded by the National Institutes of Health. His research examines the efficacy of motivational interviewing, brief interventions, and cognitive behavioral therapy for gambling disorder and contingency management for substance use disorders. Dr. Weinstock has 65 peer reviewed academic publications.

Financially Sponsored By

  • Society of Addiction Psychology (APA Division 50)