Gambling Intervention
What is gambling
addiction?
Gambling addiction is a compulsive obsession with
gambling that interferes with normal living. The
gambling addict may prioritize gambling over family,
friends or work.
Is my loved one a gambling
addict?
Unfortunately, there is no one characteristic
that defines a compulsive gambler. But,
the National Council on Problem Gambling has put
together a set of ten simple questions that help
to define gambling addiction.
1. Have you often gambled longer than you had
planned?
2. Have you often gambled until your last dollar
was gone?
3. Have thoughts of gambling have caused you to
lose sleep?
4. Have you used your income or savings to gamble
while letting bills go unpaid?
5. Have you made repeated, unsuccessful attempts
to stop gambling?
6. Have you broken the law or considered breaking
the law to finance your gambling?
7. Have you borrowed money to finance your gambling?
8. Have you felt depressed or suicidal because
of your gambling losses?
9. Have you been remorseful after gambling?
10. Have you gambled to get money to meet your
financial obligations?
The National Council on Problem
gambling suggests that if you, or someone you
know, answers "Yes" to any of the above
questions, you should consider seeking professional
assistance.
I Know That My Loved One
Is A Gambling Addict – Now What?
Many individuals have approached their loved one
regarding his/her gambling addiction, with no
success. It may be helpful when talking
with your loved one, to have a third party present
that is professionally trained and knowledgeable
about gambling addiction.
Addiction Intervention Resources
moves your family out of crisis and assists in
addressing your loved one’s gambling addiction.
To read more information on our Intervention Programs, Click Here or call our National Call Center 800.561.8158