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Compulsive Gambling

Legalized gambling is intended to be an enjoyable recreation; but for some men and women, it becomes a horrifying addiction.

The problem gambler is dealing not only with financial consequences, but his or her troubles stem into the emotional as well. Compulsive gambling is a progressive illness.

Compulsive Gambling Defined

Compulsive Gambling is defined as an urge or addiction to gamble in spite of a desire to stop or harmful or negative consequences. Often described as problem gambling , as few sufferers experience true compulsion in the clinical sense. Extreme or severe gambling is often diagnosed as pathological gambling when the gambler displays persistent and recurrent maladaptive gambling behavior exhibiting at least five of the following behaviors:
  1. Preoccupation . Frequent thoughts about gambling experiences, whether past or imaginary.
  2. Tolerance. The requirement of greater and more frequent bets to experience the same "high".
  3. Withdrawal. Irritability or restlessness stemming from attempts to cease or curb the activity.
  4. Escape. Use of gambling to escape problems or improve mood.
  5. Chasing. Attempting to win back gambling losses with more gambling.
  6. Lying. Denial of extent of gambling to family, friends, therapists.
  7. Loss of control. Unsuccessful attempts to stop.
  8. Illegal acts. Breaking the law to recuperate losses or obtain more money to gamble.
  9. Significant Personal Risk. Gambling in spite of potential relationship loss, lover, spouse, employment
  10. Bailout. Seeks financial assistance from family, friends, or other third party to recoup gambling loss or obtain money to gamble.
As with a chemical addiction, compulsive gambling is treatable. For questions, information or immediate help, contact us at 1-888-755-3334 or send us an email . We can help!
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