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America’s Risk Shift: Betting and Cannabis | Lafayette Louisiana News
America’s relationship with risk is rewiring fast—sports betting’s explosive growth and marijuana’s historic leap over alcohol and cigarettes signal a cultural shift. Since 2018, sports betting has raked in $166 billion in 2025 alone—more than movies, music, books, and museums combined. But the boom comes with a cost: rising gambling addiction, especially among young people glued to mobile apps. Meanwhile, cannabis now tops daily use for 21.4 million Americans—surpassing booze and cigarettes. Public health experts warn of dependence, cognitive decline, and mental health risks, especially for…
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