Jason Mezrahi 
Sports betting has become a popular pastime for many individuals in the United States. While most people enjoy it responsibly, there are some who struggle with problem gambling. If you or someone you know is experiencing a problem with gambling, it’s important to seek help. One way to do this is by calling a problem gambling helpline. Here is a full list of problem gambling helpline phone numbers by state for sports bettors.
Alabama: 1-800-522-4700
Alaska: 1-800-522-4700
Arizona: 1-800-777-7207
Arkansas: 1-800-522-4700
California: 1-800-522-4700
Colorado: 1-800-522-4700
Connecticut: 1-888-789-7777
Delaware: 1-888-850-8888
Florida: 1-888-ADMIT-IT (1-888-236-4848)
Georgia: 1-800-522-4700
Hawaii: 1-800-522-4700
Idaho: 1-800-522-4700
Illinois: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Indiana: 1-800-9-WITH-IT (1-800-994-8448)
Iowa: 1-800-BETS-OFF (1-800-238-7633)
Kansas: 1-800-522-4700
Kentucky: 1-800-522-4700
Louisiana: 1-877-770-7867
Maine: 1-800-522-4700
Maryland: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Massachusetts: 1-800-327-5050
Michigan: 1-800-270-7117
Minnesota: 1-800-333-HOPE (1-800-333-4673)
Mississippi: 1-888-777-9696
Missouri: 1-888-BETSOFF (1-888-238-7633)
Montana: 1-888-900-9979
Nebraska: 1-800-522-4700
Nevada: 1-800-522-4700
New Hampshire: 1-800-522-4700
New Jersey: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
New Mexico: 1-800-572-1142
New York: 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369)
North Carolina: 1-800-522-4700
North Dakota: 1-800-522-4700
Ohio: 1-800-589-9966
Oklahoma: 1-800-522-4700
Oregon: 1-877-MY-LIMIT (1-877-695-4648)
Pennsylvania: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Rhode Island: 1-877-942-6253
South Carolina: 1-877-452-5155
South Dakota: 1-888-781-HELP (1-888-781-4357)
Tennessee: 1-800-889-9789
Texas: 1-800-522-4700
Utah: 1-800-522-4700
Vermont: 1-800-522-4700
Virginia 1-800-GAMBLER
Washington DC 1-800-522-4700
Washington 1-800-547-6133
West Virginia 1-800-GAMBLER
Wyoming 1-800-522-4700
Problem gambling can have serious consequences for individuals and their families. If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling related to sports betting, it’s important to seek help as soon as possible. The problem gambling helpline phone numbers listed above are available in every state and provide confidential support to those in need. Remember, help is available, and it’s never too late to seek assistance. Don’t hesitate to reach out and get the support you need to overcome problem gambling and live a healthier, happier life.
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