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Gambling Addiction Treatment Blog

March 11, 2022

Overcoming Your Online Gambling Addiction: Controlling the Odds

Posted by Rick Benson on Apr 21, 2023
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Online gambling can be an exciting and fun way to spend your time. However, for some people, it can escalate into a serious addiction. It is a condition that not only affects the gambler but also their loved ones. In this blog post, we will discuss what online gambling addiction is and its consequences. We will also explore the signs and symptoms of this addiction, its causes, and the risk factors associated with it. Most importantly, we will provide tips for overcoming online gambling addiction, including seeking professional help or using self-help strategies. Finally, we will emphasize compliance with ethics guidelines while seeking treatment for online gambling addiction. So if you or someone you know is struggling with an online gambling problem, keep reading to learn how you can take control of the odds and overcome this addiction.

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The Silent Danger: Signs of Gambling Addiction in Children

Posted by Rick Benson on Apr 21, 2023
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Gambling addiction is a serious issue that affects people of all ages, including children. Children who develop a gambling addiction may experience negative consequences that can have long-lasting effects on their lives. It is essential for parents and caregivers to recognize the signs of gambling addiction in children and take appropriate measures to help them overcome it. 

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How to Stop Online Gambling

Posted by Rick Benson on Mar 22, 2023
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Online gambling refers to the practice of placing bets or wagers on games or events using the internet. This can include traditional casino games such as poker, blackjack, and roulette, as well as sports betting, virtual slot machines, and other games of chance. Online gambling is typically conducted through gambling websites or mobile applications and can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection. While online gambling can be a form of entertainment, it can also lead to addiction and financial problems for those who struggle to control their gambling habits.

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Types of Gamblers

Posted by Rick Benson on Mar 1, 2023
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Gambling refers to the act of wagering or betting on an event or game with the hope of winning money or other valuable prizes. Gambling can take many forms, including casino games, sports betting, lottery games, and online gambling. In a world that has become very digital, it is now easier to gamble anytime and any place. 

In gambling, players typically place a bet or stake on the outcome of a particular event or game, and the result of that event or game determines whether they win or lose. Gambling can be a form of entertainment for some people, while for others, it can become a serious addiction that leads to financial and personal problems.

It is important to note that in many jurisdictions, gambling is regulated and may be restricted to certain types of games or activities. It is always important to gamble responsibly and within your means, and to seek help if you believe that you may have a problem with gambling.

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How to Stop Chasing Losses

Posted by Rick Benson on Feb 15, 2023
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Chasing losses is a common problem for gamblers. It refers to the behavior of continuing to gamble after experiencing a loss, in an attempt to win back the money that was lost. 

 

Chasing losses can quickly lead to a vicious cycle that is hard to break. However, there are ways that you can overcome the cycle and stop chasing your losses. 

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5 Reasons to Attend a Residential Treatment Center in 2023

Posted by Rick Benson on Feb 8, 2023
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At first glance, it may appear that attending a residential treatment center is too unrealistic, or too much of a commitment, so instead you opt for a different type of therapy such as Gamblers Anonymous or outpatient counseling.

 

Although attending a support group like Gamblers Anonymous can be beneficial, recovery success rates through only GA are very low at about 5%. Residential treatment centers offer a unique experience where individuals can dive deep into the recovery process, and the success rates are much higher, around 67%. 

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Women and Sports Betting

Posted by Rick Benson on Feb 2, 2023
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Sports betting has traditionally been a male-dominated industry, but the number of women participating in sports betting is on the rise. 


Let’s take a closer look into women and sports betting, and why there is a growing number of women participating in sports betting and developing addictions. 

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Depression and Gambling Addiction

Posted by Rick Benson on Jan 24, 2023
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Depression and gambling addiction are two potentially devastating disorders that often go hand-in-hand. Gambling addiction is characterized as the inability to resist the impulse to gamble, even when doing so has a detrimental impact on one's life.

 

Depression is a common mental condition that is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or enjoyment in activities.

 

Let’s take a further look into how depression and gambling addiction interact with each other.

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What is Daily Fantasy Sports?

Posted by Rick Benson on Jan 10, 2023
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Daily fantasy sports (DFS) is a type of online game where players build a team of real-life athletes and compete against other players in a single day or week-long contest. 

Let’s look at how daily fantasy sports differs from traditional fantasy sports, and whether or not it is a form of gambling. 

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How to Support a Gambling Addict During the Holidays

Posted by Rick Benson on Dec 12, 2022
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The holidays can bring a lot of stress, unrealistic expectations, and difficult emotions. Instead of being a time of happiness and togetherness, it can be a time of loneliness and longing for things to be better than how they are. This can be an especially hard time for those who are experiencing gambling addiction, as well as those with a loved one who is addicted to gambling. 

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