Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

  

WARNING SIGNS of PROBLEM GAMBLING:

· Spend more time and money on gambling than was intended

· Borrowing or stealing money to fund gambling

· Missing work or school or other commitments to gamble

· Gambling more and more to recover loses (this is called 

      (‘chasing’)

· Feeling worried, anxious and moody when you are not gambling

· Family relationships breaking down because of debt and dishonesty

· Hiding your gambling from others, but unable to stop  gambling

· Gambling with ever bigger amounts to reach the desired level of excitement (the ‘high’) 

KNOWN RISK FACTORS for ADOLESCENT PROBLEM GAMBLERS:

· Male

· Substance use disorders

· Deviant peers

· Family history of gambling

· Impulsive behaviours

· Declining school performance

(Gambling is recently being seen as the gateway drug for adolescents)

HELP CONTACT NUMBERS:

· Multilingual National Counselling line 0800 006 008 available 24/7

· Postal address: P.O Box 16331, Vlaeberg 8018

· Confidential e-mail: counsellor@responsiblegambling.co.za

· General information: info@responsiblegambling.co.za

· Website: www.responsiblegambling

· Your are also welcome to contact Marianna Van Dyk at Aurora Centre.

(Information: NRGP)