M-TAC Training: Sports Betting Treatment Considerations (Fall 2026)

Event description
Funded by BSAS
No
Introductory level
No
Event format
Training (skill building)

Sports betting has become increasingly popular over the past few years and can cause meaningful harm, similar to other types of gambling. However, sports bettors are a unique group of gamblers with specialized needs. This clinical-based training will dive into the distinctive risk factors that can impact sports bettors at the individual, interpersonal, and environmental levels. Following this overview, we will outline concrete treatment interventions that can be used to address these risk factors in your own practice. Participants will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of the treatment strategies by engaging in a small group activity. To wrap up the training, we will discuss the very tragic reality of self-harm in gambling, including implications for clinical practice. Please come prepared to participate in this training, ideally with cameras on and microphones functioning! You must stay the full length of the training to receive CE credit.

Learning Objectives: 

  1. List at least one risk factor for problematic sports betting at the individual, interpersonal, and environmental level.
  2. Identify at least one evidence-based strategy that can be used to treat sports bettors experiencing problem gambling. 
  3. Explain how to reduce the occurrence of suicidal ideation among sports bettors by addressing perceived burdensomeness and thwarted belongingness. 
Credential(s) Number of credits/hours/units etc. offered
Details provided in registration link
1.5
Details
Presenter
Nakita Sconsoni, MSW
Event date
to
Attendance mode
Online
Cost
FREE
Contact
Shantel Mercedes
Position
Manager
Organization
Health Resources in Action - M-TAC
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