They don't need a casino anymore.
They have an app.
Sports betting has exploded — and for today's teenagers and young adults, gambling is no longer something that happens in casinos. It happens on their phones, in their bedrooms, during the games they already love.
In Against the Spread, a father of two shares a clear, practical guide for parents trying to understand:
• Why sports betting apps are uniquely addictive
• How gambling affects the teenage brain
• Warning signs most parents miss
• The real risks of live in-game betting and parlays
• How to talk to your kids without pushing them away
• What responsible betting actually looks like
• What to do if you think there's already a problem
Written in a straightforward, non-judgmental voice, this book translates the science of gambling addiction into real-world conversations parents can actually have.
You don't need to panic.
You do need to understand what's changed.
The most powerful protection your child has is not rules — it's a conversation.
