Gambling

Most people who bet don't have an addiction problem, but some people become compulsive gamblers at some point in their lifetimes. People in this group lose control of their betting, often with serious consequences. Other people don't meet the diagnostic criteria for gambling addiction but are considered problem gamblers.

Follow the links below to find information relating to gambling and where you can get help.

Reviewed May 2008

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Title:   Gambling
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   For some families gambling can have serious consequences.
Date:   Nov 2008

Title:   Gambling
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   When people think of gambling they often picture men at the racetrack, or in a back room playing poker. But gambling comes in many forms and young people get involved in many of them.
Date:   Nov 2008

Title:   Gambling
Publisher:   inspire foundation
Description:   Information about signs of problem gambling
Date:   Nov 2008

Title:   Gambling - do you have a problem?
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   There are various warning signs that may indicate you are developing problem gambling habits. These may include an increase in how often you gamble, gambling until you've spent the last dollar and not being truthful to others about how much money you spend on gambling.
Date:   Sep 2008

Title:   Gambling
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Gambling involves putting money at risk on an event of uncertain outcome that relies on chance. Poker machines, lottery tickets and horse racing are very popular with gamblers. People gamble hoping they will win, but the odds are stacked against them. Different types of gambling include gaming, betting or wagering and speculation.
Date:   Sep 2008

Title:   Gambling - financial issues
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Gambling can cause serious financial problems. Australians with gambling problems lose, on average, around $12,000 every year. Most of the money is taken from household funds. A financial counsellor can offer advice on debt and money management.
Date:   Sep 2008

Title:   Gambling - advice for family and friends
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   The family and friends of problem gamblers can feel a sense of guilt, shame and helplessness. They may feel frustrated, isolated and angry about gambling and its impacts. Support services  including counselling, financial counselling and legal advice  are available to affected family and friends.
Date:   Sep 2008

Title:   Gambling - how to change your habits
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   If you want to change your habits, the first step is to decide that you want to change, control or stop your gambling. Understanding your gambling problem, taking steps to ensure your financial security and getting professional help are important parts of your recovery.
Date:   Sep 2008

Title:   Getting help for gambling
Publisher:   inspire foundation
Description:   Like any habit, breaking it may be hard. Try not to be too hard on yourself if you don't reach your immediate goal; it is important that you keep trying.
Date:   Aug 2007

Title:   Gambling problems?
Publisher:   Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
Description:   Help for individuals and families
Date:   Jan 2007

Title:   Addictions and impulse control disorders
Publisher:   Mental Health Association NSW
Description:   Factsheet on ICD including drugs and alcohol, gambling, kleptomania, intermittent explosive disorder, pyromania and trichotillomania.
Date:   Apr 2005
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