DMV Spotlight on 12-21-25 shines a light on Gambling Addiction following a new study in Maryland finding that what is now called ‘disordered gambling’ impacts nearly two out of every 5 Marylanders who bet on sports. Guest Karen Duffy, Executive Director for the Maryland Coalition of Families explains recent legalization of online betting and the prevalence and ease of placing bets has led to a spike in at-risk behavior.

Duffy pointing to data from the Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling that found the number of Maryland residents exhibiting disordered gambling rose 42% since legal sports betting was approved by the legislature in November of 2022.

Duffy says the Maryland Coalition of Families offers support for struggling families.

Learn More: https://www.mdcoalition.org/

DMV Spotlight on 12-21-25 shines a light on Gambling Addiction following a new study in Maryland finding that what is now called &lsquo;disordered gambling&rsquo; impacts nearly two out of every 5 Marylanders who bet on sports. Guest Karen Duffy, Executive Director for the Maryland Coalition of Families explains recent legalization of online betting and the prevalence and ease of placing bets has led to a spike in at-risk behavior.
Duffy pointing to data from the Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling that found the number of Maryland residents exhibiting disordered gambling rose 42% since legal sports betting was approved by the legislature in November of 2022.
Duffy says the Maryland Coalition of Families offers support for struggling families.
Learn More:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mdcoalition.org/" data-linkindex="0">https://www.mdcoalition.org/</a>

DMV Spotlight shines a light on the issues impacting DC, Maryland and Virginia. The 15-minute interview program allows for in-depth discussion with area leaders and to highlight organizations that are making a difference across the DMV. Interviews include newsmakers, non-profits, local officials and special event coverage. WMAL’s Barbara Britt hosts the weekly program that is designed to provide needed information for listeners across the DC Metro area and beyond.

DMV Spotlight shines a light on the issues impacting DC, Maryland and Virginia. The 15-minute interview program allows for in-depth discussion with area leaders and to highlight organizations that are making a difference across the DMV. Interviews include newsmakers, non-profits, local officials and special event coverage. WMAL’s Barbara Britt hosts the weekly program that is designed to provide needed information for listeners across the DC Metro area and beyond.