Signs of a Gambling Problem
Should I be Concerned about My Own or Someone Else’s Gambling?
Here are some signs of a gambling problem:
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Going beyond limits with gambling
e.g. gambling longer or spending more money than intended
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Finding it hard to stop
e.g. chasing losses or putting all or most of the winnings back into the play
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Financial problems
e.g. difficulties paying bills or covering expenses, increase in debt
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Unusual flows of money
e.g. sometimes having a sudden windfall and other times being broke
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Becoming more secretive about gambling
e.g. holding back details about gambling or how much has been spent or lost
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Thinking about gambling more and how to deal with financial problems
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Increasing stress, worry and irritability
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Becoming distracted and withdrawn from people and normal activities
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