But gambling is not like attending a concert or going to the movies. It is, like drugs or alcohol, an addictive product that many can enjoy safely — but some cannot.

The recent rollout of legalized sports betting across 36 states has surged the gambling industry — but experts say it’s coming at the cost of mental health in young men.. In particular, easy ...

This essay has been updated to reflect news developments.. Some of the biggest scandals in sports history have revolved around players and gambling. Pete Rose is barred for life from baseball, in ...