Oklahoma Association on Problem Gambling and Gaming

03/20/2026

Whether you're betting on sports or playing slot machines, there are some unhelpful beliefs that leave you vulnerable to gambling harm. Can you guess what they are?

03/19/2026

Find recovery from problem gambling in a confidential, compassionate space for women. Whether you are just starting out or have been working on recovery for a while, this space is for you.

When: Thursdays at 7:00 PM

Where: online; email Christina Cook (ccook@oapgg.org) for the Zoom link

Hosted by: Christina Cook, IGRS, a lived-experience advocate and founder of The Broke Girl Society

03/19/2026

Awareness is an important first step, and you might be surprised by how much you see gambling in video games, social media, and movies when you start noticing.

When children are exposed to gambling early, they are far more likely to develop a problem later in life. Survey data shows that 71% of Americans with children under the age of 18 are concerned about underage gambling exposure.

Parents, educators, coaches, and caregivers all play a role in prevention. Healthier futures often start with honest questions: Do you know what gambling is? Do you know it has risks?

03/18/2026

Compared to people who gamble at casinos or in other ways, sports bettors are twice as likely to have gambling disorder.

Sports betting can seem like a casual form of entertainment, but it can be very risky for your mental health.

One way to stay safe is to download the Evive app. It can help you track your time and money, and it's free to all Oklahomans. Visit www.getevive.com

03/17/2026

During college basketball playoffs, remember to bet safely.
- set limits
- don't chase your losses
- download Evive

Evive is a free app that helps you track your gambling wins/losses and connect to Oklahoma resources. Visit www.getevive.com to download.

03/13/2026

In Oklahoma, prediction markets are threatening tribal exclusivity in the gambling sphere.

The lack of regulation presents many concerns for gambling safety and harm prevention.

Tribal gaming officials are sounding the alarm about prediction markets, or events-based wagering that operates outside the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA) framework and tribal-state compacts.

03/12/2026

Did you know that you can complete a statewide self-exclusion form online? Visit https://www.oapgg.org/self-exclusion to get started!

03/05/2026

This week's Recover Her meeting is canceled, but next week we will be offering the meeting virtually!

Check out our website to learn more: https://www.oapgg.org/find-help

03/05/2026

Do you know the signs of gambling disorder? Preoccupation, chasing losses, and lying about gambling are common signs that a problem is developing.

You can take a self-assessment on our website: www.oapgg.org/self-assessment

If you're showing any signs of gambling disorder, reach out for help.
Call 1-800-MY-RESET
Text 800GAM
Chat www.1800myreset.org/chat

03/04/2026

Having a gambling problem doesn't define who you are--anyone can develop a problem.

To learn more about gambling disorder, visit our FAQ page at https://www.oapgg.org/gambling/faqs/

Together we can end the stigma.

03/03/2026

“Oklahoma has one of the highest prevalence rates for problem gambling in the country, but our community isn’t defined by its challenges. We are defined by how we respond, and we are proud of the collaboration between the many individuals and groups that address problem gambling. When we come together with compassion, understanding, and proactive solutions, we can effectively address gambling-related harm and help shape stronger futures,” said Dr. Wiley Harwell, executive director of OAPGG.

See our full press release for Problem Gambling Awareness month on our website: https://www.oapgg.org/newsletters-and-updates/march-is-problem-gambling-awareness-month