Compulsive Gambling & Gambling Addiction

<h1>Compulsive Gambling & Gambling Addiction</h1>

by Andrew White

<div align=justify>Facts: • Over 80 percent of U.S. adults have reportedly gambled at least once in the past year and done so responsibly. Approximately one percent of adults (two million individuals), however, meet the criteria of a pathological gambler. Another 2 to 3 percent have less significant, yet serious, problems with their gambling. (National Council on Problem Gambling, March 2003) • One third of problem gamblers who received treatment for compulsive gambling also received treatment for either chemical dependency or mental health problems. (Evaluation of the Minnesota State-Funded Compulsive Gambling Treatment Programs Final Report, July 1997) • Gamblers who wagered larger amounts — more than $1,000 — in a day were more likely to complete treatment than those who did not. (Evaluation of the Minnesota State-Funded Compulsive Gambling Treatment Programs Final Report, July 1997) Gambling addiction can be hard to treat because you may not want to tell others about your problem. 1 Person have admit that have a gambling addiction problem by telling your friends and family. 2. Person must join Gamblers Anonymous, a fellowship support group for compulsive gamblers. Your family and friends can join GA. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop gambling. There are no dues or fees for Gamblers Anonymous membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. Gamblers Anonymous is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy; neither endorses nor opposes any cause. Our primary purpose is to stop gambling and to help other compulsive gamblers do the same. Your doctor may refer you to a psychologist expert for more help. This help may involve talking about your gambling problem. It may also include advice about how to understand your gambling urges and how to handle them. Treatment for Gambling addiction may also include treatment for depression or substance abuse, if needed. Gambling addiction can be hard to treat because you may not want to tell others about your problem. 1 Person have admit that have a gambling addiction problem by telling your friends and family. 2. Person must join Gamblers Anonymous, a fellowship support group for compulsive gamblers. PhD Oleg Belinski Gambling addiction consultant </div>

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