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Is My Sports Betting Really a Problem? Navigating Fandom in the Age of Online Gambling

How to Watch for the Moments, Not the Money

The Goal: Watch sports because you love the game—not because you’re chasing a bet.

What’s going on? Sports used to be joy, loyalty, and vibes. Now? It’s betting apps on your phone, ads in your face, and “free money” offers every time you open TikTok. The hype’s turned into pressure. The game’s turned into a gamble.

Why this guide? If watching your team now feels like spreadsheet stress, nonstop odds-checking, and chasing losses, you’re not alone. This book decodes the chaos—so you can enjoy sports without being trapped by the dopamine loop of gambling.

What’s inside:

  • Real talk, true guidance, and zero judgment

  • Checklists and exercises to spot problem gambling patterns

  • The True Fan Exercise to adjust your mindset

  • Tips for enjoying sports without the need for “action”

  • Support for friends and loved ones, too

Who it’s for:

  • Gen Z fans who feel betting culture creeping in

  • Any sports fan asking, “Do I even have a problem?”

  • Friends, partners, and roommates trying to help

  • You—if you want clarity, peace, and your fandom back

What you’ll get: No lectures. No guilt. Just perspective, tools, and empowerment to take back your experience as a sports fan.

MY BOOK AS A RESOURCE FOR MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

Is My Sports Betting Really a Problem? Navigating Fandom in the Age of Online Gambling is a concise self-help manual written specifically for young adult males who are encountering difficulties with sports betting.

This guide addresses clients across the stages of change, from pre-contemplation through action and maintenance. It’s for people facing a recent bailout, chasing losses, or simply sensing that something isn’t right; this guide offers practical support before, during, and after recovery.

It includes:

  • An exercise to help sports bettors reconnect with the loyalty and passion that drew them to sports in the first place

  • Practical tips for enjoying games without placing bets

  • Strategies for shifting focus from betting lines to storylines

  • A directory of additional resources and referrals for people who need more intensive support

I’ve written this short, straightforward manual to spark self-awareness and educate readers about the risks of online sports betting. It’s not meant to be a textbook or industry guide, but it can be a useful tool for therapists helping clients rebuild a healthy approach to sports viewing. It’s also great for loved ones of people who may be showing signs of sports betting problems.

The insights and exercises in this guide come from my years of treating athletes and former athletes. I’m grateful for the privilege of learning from and supporting them, and I look forward to hearing your thoughts. 

Reach out if you’d like to discuss how this manual can help you or how it can complement your work.