Description

Gambling has been a part of the U.S. military since the Civil War. Leaders of the Union and Confederate Armies spoke on the maleficence associated with gambling within its ranks.  Although ingrained in military culture, gambling is associated with risk and co-occurring conditions linked to military service. One of these risks is suicide. As a population, Veterans are at an increased risk for suicide. Problem gambling behavior has higher rate of suicidal behavior than other addictions. This is concerning, but help is available.  Learn how screening and awareness can mitigate the Veteran population's risk for problem gambling and suicide.

Time Frame

Webinar aired on 11/07/2023. Webinar recording will remain online indefinitely. Continuing Education (CE) hours are not available for this webinar recording. 

CE Hours

This webinar recording is not accredited for CE hours.  

Target Audience

Families, mental health clinicians, addiction professionals, social workers, family therapists, professional counselors, psychologists, prevention specialists, mental health treatment supervisors, agency administrators, other helping professionals.

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Presenter

Instructor Jonathan Crandall

Jonathan Crandall, BSW, CRPA, VSR is the Veteran Outreach Coordinator for the NY Council on Problem Gambling (NYCPG). Jonathan served eight years in the military and received his Bachelor of Social Work degree from Keuka College. Jonathan also serves as Co-Chair of the Military Committee for the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG).
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