Compulsive Gambling

What is Problem Gambling?

Problem gambling is the addiction to behaviors that involve gambling with the sole intent of winning or coming out ahead. Warning signs of problem gamblers are gambling until the last dollar is gone, unexplained financial problems, inability to stop playing regardless of winning or losing, neglecting family, and borrowing money just to name a few. For more information on the American Psychiatric Association’s criteria for gambling addiction, please see the DSM 5 at www.psych.org.

It is estimated that....

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of Louisianans are at risk for Problem Gambling.

As many as

million

people go into debt because of Problem Gambling.

On average, Louisiana Casinos take in more than

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million

every month.

Problem Gambling Warning Signs

Unexplained financial problems
Emotional distress, anger, depression
Items of value lost or missing
Reduced involvement in social/group activities
Gambling until the last dollar is gone
Gambling to solve financial difficulties
Unable to stop regardless of winning or losing
Borrowing money to pay gambling debts
Neglecting family because of gambling
Lying about time and money spent gambling

Responsible Gambling Guidlines

Set a dollar limit and stick to it.
Don’t borrow money to gamble.
Understand that you’ll probably lose
Don’t let gambling interfere with family, friends or work.
Don’t use gambling as a way to cope with emotional or physical pain.
Don’t chase losses.
Think of the money you lose as the cost of your entertainment.

If you or someone you know may have a gambling problem, please contact Northeast Delta Human Services Authority Certified Gambling Counselor, Ms. Gail Durbin at (318) 331-8270

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