All articles tagged with #gambling addiction
Radio host Dan Patrick denounces Texas Tech's reinstatement of Brendan Sorsby, calling it hypocritical given his gambling-history scrutiny, and argues treatment should come before football as a court-ordered injunction allows the QB to return while the NCAA appeal proceeds; Sorsby will start with a two-game suspension this season amid ongoing legal proceedings.
Court documents reveal Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby placed thousands of bets on college games, including at least 2,900 bets totaling over $30,000 while at Indiana and as much as $90,000 in impermissible wagers across 2022-25 via multiple accounts, with some funds routed through friends; he continued gambling after transferring to Texas Tech, sought NCAA reinstatement but was denied, and faces potential permanent loss of eligibility while undergoing treatment for a gambling disorder and under Tech’s strict monitoring.
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who completed inpatient treatment for a gambling addiction, says he has a lot of work ahead but hopes to return to Texas Tech for the 2026 season even after the NCAA denied his reinstatement request; he posted an Instagram message detailing his recovery and commitment to ongoing treatment and supporting other student-athletes.
Texas Tech will appeal the NCAA's decision not to reinstate quarterback Brendan Sorsby's eligibility, arguing for support given his gambling addiction and health considerations; Sorsby admitted to chronic betting at Indiana and Cincinnati and recently completed inpatient treatment after transferring to Tech from Cincinnati.
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby filed a Texas state suit against the NCAA seeking reinstatement of eligibility for the 2026 season, arguing his long‑running gambling addiction and detailing bets placed in high school and college (including bets on Indiana while he was at Indiana) as not compromising game integrity; he proposes a two‑game suspension and treatment as a path to eligibility, while the NCAA says it enforces integrity rules and has not settled, highlighting a dispute over the reinstatement process and timing.
CBS Sports removed a gambling-odds angle from its coverage of Brendan Sorsby’s departure from Texas Tech after the QB disclosed a gambling addiction and sought treatment; the piece had tied his absence to FanDuel odds, prompting backlash. Sorsby reportedly placed thousands of bets and now faces an uncertain 2026 season as he focuses on treatment, highlighting the tension between sports betting’s industry growth and concerns about addiction and media ethics.
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby left the program to enter a residential gambling rehab, with the move reportedly tied to an NCAA investigation into his online betting activity; the transfer from Cincinnati and a large NIL deal are part of the broader context as Tech relies on quarterback depth behind Behren Morton.
BBC reporting shows hundreds of patients on dopamine-agonist medications for movement disorders report impulse-control problems such as gambling, sex, and shopping addictions, leading to debt, relationship breakdowns, and even legal issues. Many patients say doctors failed to warn about these side effects, and despite changes in guidance, prescribing remains high. Regulators and courts are examining warnings and liability, with ongoing cases in Europe and calls for clearer patient information.
A personal essay details how the restless legs medication pramipexole, a dopamine agonist, can provoke impulse-control disorders including compulsive gambling. The author, once a professor and novelist, describes years of addiction and financial ruin, followed by a dramatic improvement only after stopping the drug. The piece cites Mayo Clinic Proceedings data showing a 6–17% risk among users and argues that patients and many doctors remain unaware of this danger, with broader implications for treatment, regulation, and support.
The U.S. sports betting and online casino industry is rapidly expanding, generating significant tax revenue but also leading to increased financial and emotional distress among young men, with rising bankruptcy, debt, and helpline calls, compounded by AI-driven marketing and industry growth.
The article discusses the recent crackdown on illegal sports gambling involving high-profile figures like Miami Heat's Terry Rozier, highlights concerns over the impact of legalized sports betting on American sports culture, and explores how betting is contributing to gambling addiction and social isolation among fans.
A woman writes to Slate's advice column about her husband's loyalty to his gambling-addicted family, which is causing financial strain, especially with a new baby and his recent job loss. The advice emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries, seeking joint counseling, and utilizing addiction resources to protect their financial stability and relationship.
A Thai woman, Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn, has been sentenced to death for the cyanide poisoning murder of her friend, marking the first of her 14 murder trials. Sararat, an online gambling addict, allegedly swindled money from her victims before killing them. She is linked to multiple unsolved poisonings dating back to 2015. Her ex-husband and former lawyer received prison sentences for their roles in the crimes. Sararat faces numerous charges, including 13 more murder trials.
Ippei Mizuhara, an interpreter for Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani, is charged with felony bank fraud and court-ordered to attend a gambling addiction treatment program after allegedly stealing over $16 million to pay off his sports betting debts. Experts note that Mizuhara's behavior reflects common patterns of problem gambling, which has become more prevalent with the rise of online sports betting. Problem gambling experts emphasize the need for increased federal support and regulation to address the growing issue of gambling addiction, while a recovering gambling addict shares his own experience and recovery journey.
Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, has agreed to undergo court-ordered gambling addiction treatment after being accused of stealing $16 million from Ohtani to pay off debts. Mizuhara faces up to 30 years in prison if convicted of bank fraud. Ohtani expressed gratitude for the investigation and stated his focus on baseball. The interpreter's attorney stated that Mizuhara wishes to apologize to Ohtani, the Dodgers, MLB, and his family. The criminal complaint detailed the alleged scheme, and Mizuhara was released on an unsecured bond with strict conditions. Ohtani is not implicated in the case and is cooperating with investigators.