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Jeremiah Weinstock, PhD, ABPP

Dr. Jeremiah Weinstock is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified specialist in addiction psychology. He serves as a Professor of Psychology at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, Missouri. His clinical and research work is dedicated to improving outcomes for individuals struggling with addiction, with a particular emphasis on gambling disorder. Dr. Weinstock’s research bridges theory and practice, encompassing the development of assessment tools and the evaluation of evidence-based treatments such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and contingency management through randomized clinical trials. In addition to his academic role, he maintains a small clinical practice focused on treating gambling disorder while also providing continuing education workshops on gambling disorder to mental health professionals.
 

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Legalization of Sports Betting in Missouri—Now What? Clinical Perspectives on Gambling Disorder

 

 

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Legalization of Sports Betting in Missouri—Now What? Clinical Perspectives on Gambling Disorder

Room: Paradise B

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Jeremiah Weinstock, PhD, ABPP

Presentation: Gambling opportunities are rapidly expanding across the United States with many states legalizing sports betting, online gambling, and casinos. Gambling disorder affects about 2% of the general population. These individuals, their families, and communities experience significant harm due to their maladaptive gambling behavior. This workshop will review gambling disorder and its causes, identify high-risk populations, and discuss evidenced-based treatment options for individuals and families. Case studies of sports betters will be used as part of an active learning component of the presentation.

Objectives:

  • Describe the gambling disorder criteria and how they are similar and dissimilar to the criteria for substance use disorders.
  • Identify two populations that are at a higher risk of developing the disorder and identify at least two underlying factors to contribute to this increased risk
  • Discuss how research findings about motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy generalize to clinical practice

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