Gambling addiction treatment up 13% amid boom in online betting
Dutchnews
Gambling addiction treatment in the Netherlands rose 13% last year, driven by online betting.Summary
The number of people treated for gambling addiction in the Netherlands increased by 13% last year, reaching 3,108, according to data from LADIS. The surge is attributed to the legalization of online gambling in October 2021, which saw over 450,000 people open betting accounts. The government has since implemented stricter regulations, including banning untargeted advertising and capping daily deposits. While alcohol remains the most common primary addiction, the rise in gambling cases signals a growing public health concern. The national self-exclusion scheme, Cruks, has over 100,000 registered users.
(Source：Dutchnews)