Problem Gambling: A Guide for Helping Professionals
Problem Gambling: A Guide for Helping Professionals
Problem Gambling: A Guide for Helping Professionals
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<strong>Problem</strong> <strong>Gambling</strong>: A <strong>Guide</strong> <strong>for</strong> <strong>Helping</strong> <strong>Professionals</strong><br />
4 Is There a <strong>Gambling</strong> <strong>Problem</strong> in Your Family<br />
This handout can be given to family members who indicate to you<br />
that they are concerned about someone’s gambling or that someone<br />
they care about appears to be gambling a lot. You could also give<br />
them the booklet, <strong>Problem</strong> <strong>Gambling</strong>: A <strong>Guide</strong> <strong>for</strong> Families.<br />
5 Finding Help<br />
This handout can be given to clients who may be interested in<br />
learning more about problem gambling counselling. It provides a<br />
brief description of problem gambling counselling, along with<br />
the 1-800 number. You can also give clients the booklet, <strong>Problem</strong><br />
<strong>Gambling</strong>: The Issues, the Options.<br />
6 Self-Monitoring <strong>Gambling</strong> or Urges to Gamble<br />
This tool can be given to clients who would like to gain a better<br />
understanding of their gambling. They can review it with you and<br />
you can help them identify their gambling patterns triggers and<br />
coping strategies.<br />
7 Credit Counselling Services—Financial Options<br />
This handout provides a summary of the financial options available<br />
to clients.<br />
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