Legal and Ethical Considerations for HR

Privacy and Confidentiality Key Principles: Gambling addiction is protected under disability laws in many jurisdictions Medical information must be kept confidential Accommodation requirements under ADA if seeking treatment Balance between individual rights and...
Recovery-Friendly Workplace Considerations

Recovery-Friendly Workplace Considerations

Organizations may benefit from reviewing workplace gambling culture and considering whether current practices unintentionally create risk or exclusion for employees in recovery. Examples may include: March Madness brackets Super Bowl betting pools Fantasy sports...
Recovery-Friendly Workplace Considerations

Sports Gambling and Younger Employees

Younger adults represent one of the fastest-growing populations participating in sports betting activities. Increased exposure through: Sports broadcasts Social media Influencer culture Mobile gaming Fantasy sports Peer normalization May increase vulnerability to...
Recovery-Friendly Workplace Considerations

Sports Gambling and the Brain

Sports gambling activates many of the same brain reward pathways involved in substance addiction. When individuals place bets, anticipate outcomes, win wagers, or experience “near misses,” the brain releases dopamine and other neurochemicals associated with:...
Recovery-Friendly Workplace Considerations

Workplace Warning Signs

Workplace Warning Signs Related to Sports Gambling Sports gambling concerns may appear gradually and can easily be mistaken for distraction, stress, burnout, or poor time management. Possible workplace indicators may include: Attention and Productivity Concerns...