While that argument continues with no sign of resolution, the clinicians who treat gambling disorders are more concerned about what they are seeing with their patients. In their spaces, when it comes to sports gambling and prediction markets, the end result is virtually the same.

With the rise of sports betting in Kentucky, there's been an increase in people seeking help for gambling addiction.

What began as playing cards with family for cash grew into a decades-long addiction that nearly cost him everything.

Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby is reportedly under investigation by the NCAA for placing sports bets. He's also seeking treatment for a gambling addiction. The school announced on Monday that Sorsby will take an immediate indefinite leave of absence to enter a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction.

A presumed starter at QB in the Big 12 will take a leave of absence and check into treatment for a gambling addiction.

Texas Tech transfer quarterback Brendan Sorsby is checking into a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction, the school confirmed Monday to NBC News.

New York begins a 10-year study on gambling habits and addiction risks to improve prevention, treatment, and support services statewide.