New York Codes Rules Regulations (Last Updated: March 27,2024) |
TITLE 14. Department of Mental Hygiene |
Chapter XXI. Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services |
Part 857. Problem Gambling Treatment and Recovery Services |
Sec. 857.1. Background and intent
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- (a) Regulation of compulsive gambling (also known as gambling disorder or problem gambling as such terms are defined herein) was transferred by statute in 2005 from the Office of Mental Health (OMH) to OASAS.(b) OASAS is directed to define treatment, develop access to prevention, treatment and recovery services, develop minimum standards for treatment, establish core competencies for treatment professionals and service providers, and educate providers of other addictive disorder treatment and mental health services.