Gam-Anon’s 20 Questions Do you find yourself constantly bothered by bill collectors? Is the person in question away from home for long unexplained periods of time? Does this person ever lose time from work due to gambling? Do you feel…
Many people enjoy gambling, whether they are purchasing a lottery ticket or a night out at the casino. Most people who gamble do not develop problems, but some people lose control of their gambling. Signs of problem gambling may include:…
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Signs and Symptoms of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling is an urge to gamble despite harmful negative consequences or a desire to stop. Problem gambling is often defined by whether harm is experienced by the gambler or others, rather than by the gambler’s behaviour. Problem gambling is…
When working on your gambling addiction, it is important to identify what your risks and what triggers are: Triggers can be things such as certain sights such as casino billboards, casino mail-outs/posters, or sounds such as ringing bells, or even…
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Problem Gambling and the Family
Problem gambling is a quiet, sometimes invisible problem. Unlike those individuals with alcohol or drug abuse problems, people having issues with gambling may not show any physical signs of a problem. A family member with a gambling problem can often…