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March Madness brings unique gambling risks for college students

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par M. Dolores Cimini, Director for Behavioral Health Promotion and Applied Research, University at Albany, State University of New York

Whenever March Madness takes place, it’s a sure bet that people will be wagering on the college basketball games leading up to the championship known as the Final Four.

From office pools to online betting platforms to taking a crack at picking the perfect bracket, the allure of predicting game outcomes and potentially winning big is irresistible for many. Beneath the surface of this annual sports event, however, lies a darker reality: the dangers of sports betting and gambling addiction.

College students face…

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