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Gambling Problems

What is Problem Gambling?

Problem gambling is gambling behavior which causes major disruptions in any main area of your life: psychological, physical, social or vocational.

The term "Problem Gambling" includes, but is not limited to, the condition known as "Pathological", or "Compulsive" Gambling, a progressive addiction which is characterized by an increasing preoccupation with gambling, a need to bet more money more frequently, restlessness or irritability when trying to stop, "chasing" losses, and loss of self control manifested by continuation of the gambling behavior despite mounting, serious, negative consequences.

If you or anyone you know is sufferring from one or several of the signs of problem gambling, then please take caution and above all take the right steps to find the best solution to stop it.

Where to find Help

Above all, the world renowed Gamblers Anonymous is the place to start. If you have a problem gambling, whether it is online or offline, start by calling Gamblers Anonymous and take the first steps to cure yourself from this addiction.

Gamblers Anonymous can be found at http://www.gamblersanonymous.org and can be emailed directly at isomain@gamblersanonymous.org.

Other Sources of Help

USA
  •  Rhode Island Gambling Treatment Program
  •  Compulsive Gambling Hub
  •  Gambling Treatment & Research Center at Uconn Health Center

    • Canada
  •  Ontario Problem Gambling Research Centre
  •  Responsible Gambling Council
  •  British Columbia’s Partnership for Responsible Gambling

    • Australia
  •  Gambler's Help
  •  Victoria's Problem Gambling Strategy
  •  Problem Gambling Help in New South Wales

    • UK
  •  GamCare UK
  •  Gamblers Anonymous UK

    • New Zealand
  •  Gambling Problem Helpline
  •  Problem Gambling Foundation of New Zealand

    • South Africa
  •  National Gambling Board of South Africa
  •  South Africa National Responsible Gambling Program