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