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Gambling Disorder Treatment Group

Gambling Disorder is a progressive, potentially destructive life-threatening disease which if not addressed in the clinical setting, can lead an individual into gradually more harmful consequences that affect every aspect of a person’s life. As with all addictive diseases, it results in dysfunctional behaviors that eventually disrupt relationships (family/friends), financial well-being, and decreased self-care, and in some instances, serious legal problems (e.g. identity theft or robbery).

Also, Gambling Disorder is rarely characterized by “too much gambling”, it is often accompanied by an increase in use of either alcohol or drugs and mental health issues such as anxiety (worry), depression, low self-esteem and isolation/avoidance of normal life activates. While there is significant and well-deserved attention directed at the abuse of alcohol and prescription medications (e.g. Opioid Crisis), Gambling Disorder has the highest instance of the affected individuals either attempting or, in fact, committing suicide. Significantly related to Gambling Disorder is the increased use of on-line gaming either to gamble or escape into the world of fantasy sports betting or role-playing games.

Have you or someone you know experienced the following symptoms of Gambling Disorder:

  • Escape of life stress/problems;
  • Trying to stop gambling/gaming, but always go back;
  • Lying about financial situations or the need for repeated help with money management;
  • Always thinking about gambling/gaming and planning for the next time one can play;
  • Taking increased risks to obtain money with which to play;
  • Gambling/gaming is one’s only enjoyment or sometimes obsession in life;
  • Believing the only solution to the increased level of one’s problems is to end one’s life.