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The Real Madness of March: Gambling Disorder, Recovery & Public Health

“There’s no such thing as responsible gambling. Remember when we were told to smoke responsibly, and that opiate pain pills aren’t addictive? -Kavita Fischer, MD

Several years ago, when Dr. Kavita Fischer downloaded an online betting app, she was just looking for something fun to do with her free time. However, within months she found herself so consumed by online gambling that she was taking out loans, chasing losses, and unable to stop, even after a big win that could have cleared her debt.

Now, she has become a leading advocate for the change in what she describes as a “predatory”…

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