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to help those who have a gambling problem. It is estimated that over a bil-lion dollars is already being spent by Oklahoma on Sports Betting. Pass-ing a law doesn’t mean
Greetings and Blessings:
This new year brings opportunity and changes in the world of gambling and problem gambling.
Please note the training opportunities to get gam-bling specific ceu’s. March 2 is the 11th annu-al OAPCG State Confer-ence on Problem Gam-bling. This year we will have speakers in the areas of prevention, treatment, and mindfulness. There is a registration form at the end of this newsletter.
The 30-hour Basic Training for certification as a Problem Gambling Counselor will be April 5 & 6, and May 3 & 4. Please tell other counse-lors in your office about this opportunity. This
training will be in Tulsa, hosted by the Creoks.
Later this spring, the Supreme Court will make a decision concerning the state’s rights to have and regulate sports gambling. Many states like New Jersey and Massachusetts will be ready to open bet-ting windows if PASPA is rescinded. Oklahoma with a push from tribal gaming, will follow as soon as possible. Each state will have to pass sports gambling as a law and in Oklahoma the na-tive casinos will open windows in most loca-tions. Needless to say, this will change strategy and awareness campaigns
BOOKS TO READ:
Gambling in America, 2nd Edition. By William N. Thompson.
Contact Information:
Wiley D. Harwell, D. Min, LPC,
Executive Director [email protected]
Ronnie Wahkinney,
LADC, NCGC-I Associate Director
Kristen Villareal, Office Manager [email protected]
Oklahoma Association
on Problem & Compulsive Gambling 320 W. Main, Suite B Norman, OK 73069
Phone: (405) 801-3329 Fax: (405) 801-3330
www.oapcg.org www.odmhsas.org
Oklahoma Problem Gambling Helpline
(800) 522-4700
National Council on Problem Gambling
(202) 547-9204 OAPCG is in part funded
By ODMHSAS.
Ongoing Consultation Groups for Problem Gambling Counseling:
Consultation is provided for all Oklahoma problem gambling counselors. All counselors are encouraged to call in to get help with your difficult cases & it is to be utilized by all counselors seeking certification. I look forward to hearing you on your call.
If you wish to join a group, call 405-801-3329 in order to get the phone
number and instructions for connection to the call.
Newsletter Date
B U S I N E S S N A M E
Oklahoma Problem
Gambling NewsLine
OAPCG, The Oklahoma
Advocate on Problem
Gamblers & their families
Edition 23, January 2018
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Please note the new additions to the Certified and funded Problem Gambling Cen-
ters in Oklahoma. For the first time most of the state of Oklahoma is covered.
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Criteria for Gambling Disorder
Persistent and recurrent problematic gambling behavior leading to clinically significant impairment or dis-
tress, as indicated by the individual exhibiting four (or more) of the following in a 12-month period.
Preoccupation Planning next venture, handicapping, getting $
Tolerance Gambles with more money to get effect/
excitement
Withdrawal Restlessness, irritability when stopping
Escape Relieving stress and/or depressed mood
Chasing Losses After losing money, returns to “get even”
Lying Conceals extent of involvement to others
Loss of Control Unsuccessful efforts to control behavior
Risked Significant Relationship Jeopardized/lost important relationship, job,
educational, or career opportunity
Bailout Reliance on others to provide money
Gambling behavior is not better accounted for by a manic episode
Three questions for identifying gambling problems:
1) During the past 12 months, have you become restless, irritable, or anxious when trying to stop/cut down on gambling?
Yes
No
2) During the past 12 months, have you tried to keep your family or friends from knowing much you gambled?
Yes
No
3) During the past 12 months, did you have such financial trouble that you had to get help from family or friends?
Yes
No
BBGS Scoring: Answering ‘Yes’ to one or more questions indicates likely pathological gambling.
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11th Annual OAPCG State Conference on Problem Gambling March 2 8:30 - 4:00
Cost is $60.00 and includes snacks and lunch.
Vendors are welcome.
Location: Cleveland County Health Department
250 12th Ave. NE
Norman, OK 73071
See the end of this newsletter for a registration form. Mail or fax registrations to OAPCG office.
30 - Hour Basic Training April 5 & 6, May 3 & 4
8:30 - 4:30 -- All 4 days. Cost is $160 for all 4 days.
Partial Requirement as a Problem Gambling Counselor.
Location: Creoks in Tulsa
4636 S. Harvard Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74135
See the end of this newsletter for a registration form. Mail or fax registrations to OAPCG office.
current forms of sports gambling will go away, but it does mean that public access to new forms of gambling will spread.
To date, OAPCG has processed 1,398 forms requesting self-exclusion from Oklahoma casinos. Each month we process about 30 forms. Self-exclusion is not a fool-proof program to help problem gamblers out of the ca-sino. But, it is an effective and harm reduction technique for many. The OAPCG state-wide self-exclusion form can be found at www.oapcg.org. I hope each problem gambling counselor will continue to encourage cli-ents to sign up for the program.
State-wide self-exclusion is a service of OAPCG and the tribes of Oklahoma that participate are doing so vol-untarily. Thanks to the participating tribes that believe in responsible gaming practices and help our organiza-tion to provide services to the problem gambler and their family members.
Sincerely,
Wiley D. Harwell
Executive Director of OAPCG
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Dr. Wiley Harwell and Dr. David Ledgerwood presenting at the 2017 Oklahoma Department of Mental Health & Substance
Abuse Service’s Prevention & Recovery Conference - Creating Synergy Through Unity, Embassy Suites, Norman.
The OAPCG News Line is in part funded by
problem gambling funds that are distributed
by ODMHSAS
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Stress Management and the Tax Man
After the holidays many individuals may experience sadness, anxiety, melancholy, anger, as well as concerns about
money and income. All of which are a trigger for self-medication which often involves alcohol, drugs, and of course
gambling.
Looming ahead, in the not too distant future, is “TAX TIME.” For many this is often seen as a financial relief with the
anticipation of a big refund. For the gambler this could spell the added stress of taxes on gambling earnings
throughout the year.
Any money won gambling or wagering is considered taxable income by the IRS. This also includes the fair market
value of any item the gambler may have won, such as a car or trip.
Below are 5 tax tips for reporting gambling income and losses published on the IRS website (www.irs.gov/
newsroom/five-tax-tips-for-gambling-income-and-losses):
• Gambling income. Income from gambling includes winnings from the lottery, horse racing and casinos. It also
includes cash and non-cash prizes. You must report the fair market value of non-cash prizes like cars and trips.
• Payer tax form. If you win, the payer may give you a Form W-2G, Certain Gambling Winnings. The payer also
sends a copy of the W-2G to the IRS. The payer must issue the form based on the type of gambling, the amount
you win and other factors. You’ll also get a form W-2G if the payer must withhold income tax from what you win.
• How to report winnings. You normally report your winnings for the year on your tax return as “Other Income.”
You must report all your gambling winnings as income. This is true even if you don’t get a Form W-2G.
• How to deduct losses. You can deduct your gambling losses on Schedule A, Itemized Deductions. The total
you can deduct, however, is limited to the amount of the gambling income you report on your return.
• Keep gambling receipts. Keep records of your wins and losses. This means keeping items such as a gambling
log or diary, receipts, statements, or tickets.
A helpful tip for assisting your clients in handling the anxiety of taxes is to not procrastinate. Encourage your clients
to resist the temptation to delay dealing with their taxes. If your client waits until the last minute they may feel
rushed which increases the risk of making errors. Remember, taxes don’t just go away.
So please encourage your clients to stay on top of their taxes to avoid any additional stress or unnecessary mental
anguish. Have a wonderful and productive year.
State-Wide Self-Exclusion
Program:
At http:///www.oapcg.org under the
Problem Gambling tab is the PDF
for the state-wide self exclusion
program. You can have your cli-
ents fill this out in your office, follow
all of the directions carefully and
then mail it to the OAPCG office.
OAPCG Mission
Increase the general public’s awareness of problem & compulsive gambling.
Enhance the availability & quality of treatment services for problem gambling & their families.
Insure the quality of education & prevention programs for all citizens of Oklahoma.
Serve as the designated Oklahoma affiliate of the National Council
on Problem Gambling
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11th Annual OAPCG Statewide Problem Gambling Conference Friday March 2, 2018 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
ATTENTION: NEW LOCATION Cleveland County Health Department
250 12th Ave NE Norman, OK 73071
405-579-2269
Name: _____________________________________________________
Degrees: _____________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________
City/State/Zip: _____________________________________________________
Phone: ____________ Email: ___________________________________
Licenses for which you need CEUs: __________________________________________
* Breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks will be served.
* Select one of the following sandwich options for lunch: ___ Turkey _____ Roast Beef ____ Vegetarian
* CEU Certificates will be awarded after the evaluation form is completed at the end of the conference.
Registration Fee for Conference: $60.00
o Check # ___________
o Credit Card Type: _______ # ___________________________________________
Name on Card: _______________________________________________________
Expiration Date: _______ Security Code (3 digits) _____ Billing Zip Code: ________
PLEASE MAIL OR FAX REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT BY FEBRUARY 23RD
OAPCG
320 W. Main, Ste B
Norman, OK 73069
FAX (405) 801-3330
For questions or more information please contact:
Wiley Harwell, wharwell@oapcg or Ronnie Wahkinney, [email protected]
OAPCG (405) 801-3329
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30-Hour Basic Training for Problem Gambling Certification – Spring 2018
Day I and II – April 5 & 6
Day III and IV – May 3 & 4
All Days are from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Location: Creoks in Tulsa 4636 S. Harvard Ave. Tulsa, OK 74135
Name:
Degrees:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone: Email:
Licenses for which you need CEUs:
There is one hour for lunch – on your own. Cost of workshop includes healthy snacks and workbooks.
** CEU Certificates will be awarded on the final day of training after the evaluation form is completed.
Registration Fee for all Four Days of Training: $160.00
Check #
Credit Card Type: #
Expiration Date: Security Code (3 digits)
Name on Card: Billing Zip Code:
Please mail or fax registration and payment to:
OAPCG
320 W. Main, Ste B
Noman, OK 73069
Fax (405) 801-3330
For questions, please contact: Wiley Harwell at (405) 801-3329 or [email protected]
Or Ronnie Wahkinney at [email protected]
