From The Epoch Times – Even as Italy’s economy slumps in recession, its gambling industry stays strong. The toll of gambling on mental health has received greater attention following the July 4 suicide of a teen on the Italian island of Ischia who had gambled away his family’s savings. The region of Lombardy has the most per capita spending on slot machines; 40 Lombardy mayors took a stand against gambling last week, calling for limits on the industry, in spite of the short-term economic benefits. The gambling industry employs more than 120,000, making it the third largest employer in Italy….