Understanding Gambling Addiction
Understanding Gambling Addiction
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The vast majority of us can walk away, but for some the compulsion to gamble overpowers the logical reasons to stop. "Anyone can be vulnerable to these issues." Most of the treatment for a gambling addiction is through counseling and peer group sessions.
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Charges against State Sen. Brenda Council tied to gambling
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“I am truly sorry for my error and I apologize to my family, my contributors, my supporters and to the public,” she said, adding that she is getting professional treatment for “a gambling addiction.” Public problems with gambling are not new for …
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Smoking Aces – Does Nicotine Impact Gambling Treatment Outcome?
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But in reality, the lives of people with problem gambling (PG) look very different. Individuals who are addicted to gambling face financial challenges as a result of their impulsive gambling and many times lose their careers, their homes, and even …
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Overcoming Gambling Addiction – This straight-talking, empowering video offers essential information on how problem gambling develops, its damaging impact on individuals and families, and how it can successfully be treated. Through candid first-hand accounts from four recovering gamblers, along with illuminating commentary from mental health experts, the program shows gamblers, their families, and therapists: how an alluring diversion becomes a shameful secret as problem gambling takes hold; common myths and misperceptions about gambling–and why ‘winning big’ is so unlikely; the benefits of individual and group therapy and self-help approaches; and ways to overcome setbacks in recovery and make meaningful, lasting changes.
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