The Edge:
A Resource for Iowa's Problem Gambling Professionals
2012 Edition, Volume 20 |
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Greetings!
We hope you enjoy this volume of The Edge: A Resource for Iowa's Problem Gambling Professionals. The Edge is a weekly media scan that is distributed from the Iowa Substance Abuse Information Center (ISAIC). IDPH's Office of Problem Gambling is working with ISAIC to provide the latest Problem Gambling news and research in a weekly email and provide relevant training information. If you are aware of anything newsworthy in the Problem Gambling field, please continue to send them to Bob Kerksieck at IDPH or Emily Blomme at ISAIC.
Bob Kerksieck, IDPH Robert.Kerksieck@idph.iowa.gov Emily Blomme, ISAIC Program Manager |
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| Addicted to your cell phone? Nomophobia on the rise
We use cellphones every day. But for a growing number of people, staying connected is an obsession. According to a study by SecurEnvoy, a company that deals in mobile phone technology, the fear of being apart from your cellphone is on the rise. Casino Game Makers Target Zynga, Social Gaming Web companies like Zynga ushered in a new era of "social" games on PCs and mobile devices that people can play online with their Facebook friends, forcing traditional console-game makers like Electronic Arts to join the fray to avoid being left behind. Slot makers preparing for Internet gaming While state and federal lawmakers inch along toward legalization of online gaming, IGT and the casino industry's other large slot machine makers are already lining up for a piece of the potential action. Casino offers system to track problem gamblers In New Zealand, A computer system which predicts problem gamblers by their spending habits is among SkyCity's offerings over the proposed national convention centre. Minn. Govorner Dayton signs off on racetrack-casino bill Gov. Mark Dayton signed off Friday on a new state law that will unite the state's feuding racetracks and tribal casinos in a new moneymaking venture.
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Upcoming Trainings and Materials
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ISAIC Training CalendarTrainings around the state in the field of Behavioral Health, including national webinars and online training |
Primary Care/Behavioral Health Care Integration May 23, 2012, Noon - 1:00 p.m. CST. Presented by: Kathleen Reynolds, MSW Director, SAMHSA/HRSA Center for Integrated Health Solutions, Vice President, health Integration and Wellness PromotionNational Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare. Complete Listing of all Essential Substance Abuse Skills: A Guide for Professionals Trainings is Here! Recoveration Computer Training Thursday, May 24, 2012. In an effort to expand the use of this tool we are offering a 3-hour training on the use of Recoveration, an on-line resource used to improve communication during the treatment and recovery process. Morning Session: 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. OR Afternoon Session: 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Presented by: Josh Welsh & John Draper with Iowa Solutions. Register Here! South Dakota Alcohol & Drug Exam Review Training To assist individuals in obtaining knowledge that will help in preparation for the International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (ICRC) Written Certification Exam and to provide a general overview of alcohol & drug education. Registration must be received prior to July 13, 2012, to avoid cancellation of this event. MCPGSA 9th Annual Midwest Conference June 6-8, 2012 in Kansas City, Missouri 2012 MCPGSA Schedule of Events and Information and Registration Presentations and Workshops26th National Conference on Problem Gambling Prevention, Research, Recovery and Treatment July 13-14, 2012 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Brochure and Conference InformationClinical Supervision for Problem Gambling Treatment Providers Supervision is available to professionals outside of NYS for a fee of $15 per session. Please contact Michelle Hadden at mhadden@nyproblemgambling.org for more information. Did you miss a NCRG Webinar? You can view archived webinars here. Interested in getting Certified? Click to find information about Iowa Problem Gambling Certification or National Problem Gambling Certification
ISAIC Problem Gambling Resources and Links
Looking for information and resources about Problem Gambling? ISAIC can link you to valuable information including publications! Check it out!
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Curious about ISAIC, the Substance Abuse and Problem Gambling Library and Information Center? Not sure what we provide? Click Here! Do you know how to reserve, order, or check-out items from ISAIC? Use this handy document for step-by-step instructions. ISAIC Search Help
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