30-HOUR COUNSELOR TRAINING FOR DISORDERED GAMBLING
Course curriculum
1. Gambling Basics
2. Understanding the Disorder
3. Contact
4. Mutual Aid
5. Gambling and the Family
6. Substance Use Disorders, Mental Health & Gambling Counseling
7. Finances
8. Treatment Planning
9. Legal Considerations
10. Ethics
11. Research
12. Theories
13. Medical / Medication
14. Case Studies
15. Keeping it Going
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Help for Problem Gambler
https://gamban.com/
https://betblocker.org/
Find a Meeting?
https://gamblersanonymous.org/ga/locations
THE HIDDEN ADDICTION: GAMBLING DISORDER HELP
Some people refer to disordered gambling as the “hidden addiction.” Unlike individuals
that struggle with substance use disorders, problem gamblers often show no obvious
physical signs or symptoms. On top of that, they may refuse to seek help due to shame
or fear of judgment. Some people might not be able to admit to themselves that they
have a gambling problem – even after they have lost all their savings due to excessive
skill-based gambling.
Internet Gambling
Why is it so popular?
Easy Access – Available 24 Hours a day, Seven Days a Week
Accessible Anywhere
Free Play in the Beginning and Then Transition to Real Money
Continuous Play and Fast Paced
Why is Internet Gambling so Addictive?
Can be played on any accessible internet device
Temptation can be Higher because it can be played anywhere
Free to play attracts a player by shifting the wins in their favor. Once the free play is
over and the player uses real money, the odds shift back to the House.
Warning Signs
Preoccupation
Borrowing Money
Selling Items
Withdrawal, Restlessness, Withdrawal
Risk Taking Behaviors
Inability to Stop or Cut Back
Lying
Thoughts of/or Committing Illegal Acts
Alienation of Family and Friends
Thoughts of Suicide
Why do Adolescent/Teens Gambling?
Excitement
Relaxation
Peer Pressure
Escape Reality
A Family Member Gambles
Most Common Types of Gambling
Sports Gambling
Internet Gambling
Poker
Lottery/Scratch Offs
Dice
Warning Signs
Borrowing Money
Preoccupation
Selling Items
Unexplained Absences
Declining Grades
Strained relationships With Family and Friends
Bragging About Winnings
Large Amounts of Money
Suspected Alcohol/Drug Use
Suicidal Thoughts
Quick Facts
Gambling disorders can begin in children as young as 10 years old
Problem gambling impacts about 4-8% of youths, compared to just 1% of adults
By the time they get to high school, 60-80% of students reported that they gambled at least once in the past 12 months
Teens who gamble are more likely to use illegal drugs
Among all addictions, gambling is linked to the highest suicide rate
Practice Prevention
Prevention starts by modeling healthy gambling behavior at home:
Consider your own participation in lotteries or in-person gambling such as poker games
Establish clear rules concerning your child’s screen time and exposure to games involving betting
Ask your child for more information the next time they want to use your credit to make a purchase
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/teens-gambling-its-a-risk