Problem Gambling - A Guide for Families (PDF) - ProblemGambling.ca

Introduction
This guide is for people who are worried that someone close
to them has a gambling problem. If you have problems with
gambling yourself, please see the booklet Problem Gambling:
The Issues, the Options.
Someone important to you may gamble in a way that concerns
you. Perhaps a family member’s gambling is causing
money and family problems. This may make you feel angry
and confused.
Most families faced with problem gambling want to know
how they can regain control of their lives. We hope this guide
will help you:
• understand problem gambling
• understand how gambling may affect your family
• find ways to get family life back in order
• deal with money issues
• learn how counselling can help you and your family
• find resources that have helped other families.
Your life may feel out of control right now. Gambling may be
causing serious money and family difficulties. But with help,
your family can deal with and get over problems due to gambling.
Specially trained counsellors have helped thousands of
people stop or control their gambling. People with gambling
problems do recover, and their families do heal. Your family
can be one of them. By picking up this guide, you have taken
an important first step.
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