Gambling addiction is the inability of a person to control his gambling behavior. The gambling addict continues to gamble despite being well aware of the consequences. It can be termed as a chronic and progressive mental health disorder. There are several reasons for gambling addiction. The feeling of excitement, certain personality problems, gambling as a means to escape from certain problems etc are the chief reasons. Each individual has to be treated differently for the addictive behavior, taking time to analyze and find out the root cause of the problem. Changes in the life style, self help measures, family help and professional help will help to stop the addictive behavior.
| Chance to Change Features reference materials to aid in ministering people addicted to gambling. |
| Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling Provides helpline, prevention and education programs, and professional training. |
| Gamblers Anonymous UK Based in London, UK. Provides information about a fellowship of men and women who have joined together to do something about their own gambling problem. |
| GamPro Information on training and educational programs for treating gambling problems. |
| Gemini Research Specializes in managing and reporting on studies of gambling and problem gambling. |
| National Council on Problem Gambling Disseminates information about problem and pathological (compulsive) gambling. Also, promotes the development of services for those with the disorder. |
| ProblemGambling Access to a wide range of references, services, and resources on dealing with gambling problems. |
| Wannabet.org Contains an on-line magazine for kids concerned about the dangers of gambling addiction. |
