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(BSNS WIRE) California State Lottery Announces National Problem Gambling Awarness Week March 6-12
SACRAMENTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 4, 2005--
The California State Lottery kicks off a statewide
campaign March 6-12, 2005 that raises awareness about the resources
available for individuals and their families affected by problem
gambling. "This is part of a national effort to increase public and
professional awareness of this issue," said Chon Gutierrez, Interim
Lottery Director. "Our goal is to spread the word that there is help
available for those impacted by problem gambling."
The public awareness effort is sponsored in collaboration with the
National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), the California Council on
Problem Gambling (CCPG) and the State of California Department of
Alcohol and Drug Programs (ADP). The statewide campaign includes
public service announcements that will air on television, radio and be
available on the California State Lottery's website,
www.calottery.com. Information regarding problem gambling warning
signs will be available in both English and Spanish. Also featured on
the Lottery's website will be links to NCPG, CCPG and ADP.
Additionally, more than 18,000 Lottery retailers will have brochures
which highlight problem gambling warning signs and will note the
Lottery's toll free helpline 1-888-277-3115.
Approximately 1%-3% of the nation's adult population, experiences
a progressive behavior disorder known as problem or compulsive
gambling. This behavior can lead to an uncontrollable preoccupation or
urge to gamble. Since 1980, the American Psychiatric Association has
classified compulsive gambling as a treatable illness.
For additional information on National Problem Gambling Awareness
Week contact the California State Lottery or logon to
www.calottery.com. Radio public service announcements are available at
www.calottery.com, media section.
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