More Information on Gambling Addiction

Compulsive gambling, like chemical dependence or alcoholism, is a disease that seriously affects not only the gambler, but also everyone in that person’s family, circle of friends and community. It is a chronic illness and may be progressive. Very often, an addiction to gambling is harder to detect than other addictions and there are ever more opportunities for gambling.

These include scratch cards, casinos, telephone and internet gambling, slot machines in pubs and bars, and the stock market. Compulsive gambling invariably leads to unmanageable debt, bankruptcy, broken relationships, and even suicide.

The good news is that it can be diagnosed and treated. The Life Works Compulsive Gambling Programme focuses on the particular difficulties faced by the gambler. All aspects of the problem are thoroughly addressed in a respectful process that covers emotional, financial, legal and relationship concerns.

As with our other programmes, our belief is that compulsive gamblers are in need of a discrete treatment programme designed around their specific needs. The goal of the Life Works Compulsive Gambling Programme is to help the client understand and manage their behaviour, and learn how to rebuild a life, free from the drive to gamble.

Some Points About Gambling

Young people are particularly vulnerable to problem gambling, and the evidence is that it is present in our schools.
Compulsive gambling is more prevalent among men, ethnic groups and those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
As with any other addiction, gambling seeks to mask the underlying emotional pain with behaviour that engenders excitement, intensity and a ‘rush’.

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More Information on Gambling Addiction

Some Points About Gambling