True North Treatment Center was featured in a News 4 article about the rise of sports betting among young people in northern Nevada. Clinical Director David Briggs warned that the adolescent brain is still developing, making teens more vulnerable to addiction, especially when mental health issues like trauma or anxiety are present.
The article highlights a 94% increase in casino app downloads in 2024 and the ease with which teens can access betting platforms. Experts, including those from True North, are raising alarms about the risks and long-term impacts of early exposure to gambling.
