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If you or someone you know is battling gambling addiction, contact the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) or Gamblers Anonymous. For immediate support call 1-800-GAMBLER.
What is Compulsive Gambling?
"Gambling disorder is identified by a pattern of repeated and ongoing betting and wagering that continues despite creating multiple problems in several areas of an individual’s life." - psychiatry.org
Compulsive gambling, or gambling addiction, is a mental health disorder where individuals lose control over their betting habits. This condition can lead to devastating consequences, affecting not only the compulsive gambler but also their family members and friends.
The exact nature of compulsive gambling involves an uncontrollable urge to continue wagering, even when the gambler knows it is harming their life. Many gamblers who struggle with this addiction often find themselves in a cycle of financial ruin, emotional distress, and broken relationships.
"Compulsive gambling is a relentless cycle that can destroy lives. Recognizing the problem is the first step toward recovery."
The Gamblers Anonymous Program
There are approximately 2.5 million U.S. adults suffering from gambling addiction. The stats on gambling addiction are alarming. The Gamblers Anonymous program offers a lifeline to those struggling with gambling addiction. It’s a fellowship of men and women who share their past experiences and provide emotional support to each other. The program’s primary purpose is to help compulsive gamblers stop gambling and regain control over their lives. The only requirement to join the anonymous program is a desire to stop gambling.
The program is structured around a 12-step recovery process, adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous, which guides gamblers anonymous members through stages of personal growth, accountability, and healing. This recovery program is free and available to anyone who needs it.
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