Debt, Despair, and Deliverance: Confronting the Gambling Crisis with Guest Dr. Eric Scalise

Gambling has quietly exploded in our culture, especially among young men as apps create a casino in every pocket. Problem gambling help lines report that half of callers are between the ages 18-34. Over $100billion is lost in gambling each year. Gambling is being called "the new p*rn" because it is secretive, instantly accessible, highly addictive, and capable of quietly destroying lives from the inside out. Coach Kerri and Cathy welcome guest Dr. Eric Scalise, a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 46 years, former VP of the American Association of Christian Counselors, and current CSO of Hope For The Heart. Dr. Scalise offers practical help, Biblical wisdom, and needed insights into how innocent social engagement with gambling can quickly progress into a compulsive addiction. This program is a must watch for young adults who are dabbling in what they view as a 'harmless' activity, as well as parents and grandparents who want to be educated on warning signs and when and how to seek help.
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00:00 Intro
04:40 The statistics of gambling
09:35 Introducing guest Dr Eric Scalise
13:26 Young people coming for help
15:10 self identifying addition
18:20 When to seek Help
21:00 Parallels between gambling and pornography addition
40:22 Shame, recovery and the first steps
43:12 closing thoughts