Are you headed for a gambling problem?
How does a person know if he or she has a problem? See if you recognise any of the warning signs below:
Warning Signs of a Gambling Problem
- Spending longer periods of time gambling?
- Gambling with money intended for other expenses or necessities?
- Feeling depressed, anxious or guilty about gambling?
- Accumulating debt from gambling?
- Arguing about gambling with friends or family?
- Hiding the amount of time and money spent gambling from family and friends?
- Gambling again to recoup losses from past gambling sessions?
- Getting involved in illegal activities to obtain money for gambling?
- Missing work and other engagements to gamble?
- Failing to control the amount of time and money spent gambling?
If you or someone you know answers “Yes” to any of these questions, think about seeking professional assistance. Call Gambler’s Help Line on 1800 858 858 for a confidential chat.