Kansas Coalition on Problem Gambling

Kansas Coalition on Problem Gambling The Kansas Coalition on Problem Gambling (KCPG) is a community organization dedicated to solving the social issues of problem gambling.

Coalition members include problem gambling, mental health and substance abuse prevention professionals and treatment providers; casino representatives; state agency employees; and concerned citizens. KCPG is neither for, nor against, legalized gambling activities. Instead, KCPG concentrates its efforts on helping those with gambling problems and others affected by this serious public health issue.

KCPG is committed to increasing public awareness of problem gambling issues; providing research-based prevention education programs on problem gambling; ensuring availability of treatment for problem gamblers and concerned others; and offering objective information to educate legislators and business leaders about problem gambling prevention and treatment needs. KCPG convenes at 8:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at Prevention and Recovery Services, 2209 SW 29th Street, Topeka, KS. All meetings are open to the public.

09/30/2025

The WAGER, Vol. 30(10) – Sports betting in the media: Before and after legalization Posted on September 30, 2025 by admin Sports betting has become more and more of a public health concern in Canada, especially since it became legalized in 2021. This legalization generated a lot of media coverage ...

09/09/2025

The DRAM, Vol. 21(9) – Problem gambling, alcohol use, and co-use: The amplification of problem behavior

09/02/2025

The WAGER, Vol. 30(9) – Finding common ground: Lived experiences of addiction and addictions’ perceived original causes Posted on September 2, 2025September 2, 2025 by admin Drug use disorders, pathological gambling, compulsive shopping, and other similar mental health problems were once thought...

08/05/2025

The WAGER, Vol. 30(8) – Assessing the value of government-regulated poker Posted on August 5, 2025 by admin Gambling policy in the U.S. is driven by a combination of federal, state, and municipal regulations. This patchwork approach allows for the spread of relatively unregulated gambling opportun...

07/08/2025

The WAGER, Vol. 30(7) – The acceptability and use of smartphone apps for gambling problems Posted on July 8, 2025 by admin These days, the majority of people worldwide own a smartphone—and with that comes access to apps for just about everything, including support for gambling problems. These ap...

06/10/2025

TOPEKA (KSNT) – 27 News reached out to the Kansas Lottery Commission and the Kansas Racing & Gaming Commission (KRGC) to learn about certain electronic gambling machines that have been po…

06/10/2025

The WAGER, Vol. 30(6) – How do gamblers experience stigma? Themes from an online support forum Posted on June 10, 2025 by admin Stigma occurs when someone is viewed negatively based on specific characteristics, like having an addiction. Stigma can lead to psychosocial impairments and may deter peo...

05/13/2025

The WAGER, Vol. 30(5) – Gambling participation levels and future gambling-related harm Posted on May 13, 2025May 13, 2025 by admin Editor’s note: Today’s review is part of our month-long Special Series on Education to Promote Lower-risk Drinking, Gambling, and Substance Use. Throughout May, Th...

05/01/2025
04/15/2025

The WAGER, Vol. 30(4) – Immerse yourself: Untangling the motivations behind escapism in gambling and gaming Posted on April 15, 2025 by admin Growing evidence suggests that gambling and gaming are closely intertwined. Many gambling products are becoming increasingly gamified, while gambling and ga...

03/22/2025

Gambling can be exciting, but it’s not always harmless. If it’s causing stress, anxiety, or financial strain, it might be time to reevaluate. Know when the game is playing you.

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2209 SW 29th Street
Topeka, KS
66611

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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