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Legal online sports betting in MA has doubled gambling addiction cases among young adults since 2023, driven by apps, ads, and bonuses.
Online sports betting, legal in Massachusetts since 2023, has led to a sharp rise in gambling addiction among young adults, with nearly 400 people in their 20s and 30s referred to treatment in 2024—more than double pre-legalization levels.
Experts and recovery groups report increased cases tied to constant app access, aggressive marketing featuring celebrities, and sign-up bonuses.
Mental health impacts include depression, anxiety, and financial distress.
While companies offer self-exclusion tools and helplines, critics say these measures are insufficient against addictive design and widespread advertising.
Federal tracking of gambling addiction remains limited.
Las apuestas deportivas en línea legales en MA han duplicado los casos de adicción al juego entre los adultos jóvenes desde 2023, impulsados por aplicaciones, anuncios y bonificaciones.