Unit 4-07: The History and Challenges of Gambling in the Military

Purpose:
Gambling and the US military have maintained a complex relationship that has lasted over several decades. Historically, gambling has proven to be a lucrative source of revenue to different military programs while providing active duty personnel a form of recreation; but the accessibility of these gambling venues has raised concerns connected to the potential of our soldiers experiencing problematic gambling behaviors. This webinar will cover the characteristics of veterans and active duty members that pose as potential threats in developing a gambling problem. It will also review the treatment considerations, concerns and challenges when addressing gambling issues in the military.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, the participant will be able to:

• Learn the six reasons gambling is common amongst military personnel during deployment times
• Learn the two reasons gambling is common amongst military personnel when returning home
• Know three vulnerable characteristics of active duty military members for developing problem gambling behaviors
• Know three vulnerable characteristics of veterans for developing problem gambling behaviors
• Know the four treatment considerations when treating military personnel with gambling disorder

Unit Outline:

• History & Gambling in the Military
• Active Military and Veterans
• Treatment Considerations, Concerns and Challenges