Massachusetts Gaming Commission reports rising gambling harms among monthly gamblers
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission reported changes in gambling participation and problem gambling among monthly gamblers across four online panels conducted from 2022 to 2024. Participation in most gambling activities rose from 2022 to 2023, then declined in spring 2024, while problem gambling prevalence and family and relationship harms increased.
The findings point to a need for expanded harm-reduction tools and education targeting sports bettors.