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Serving Erie & Ottawa County
GAMBLING RECOVERY
Problem Gambling refers to any gambling that goes beyond the normal bounds of gambling for fun, recreation or entertainment. Compulsive gambling is a recognized and treatable illness. Rates among teens and young adults have been shown to be 2-3 times
that of adults.
Problem Gambling Screening Tool
These questions are provided to help the individual decide if they may be a Problem Gambling candidate.
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Have you ever bragged about winning or have exaggerated wins and/or minimized losses?
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Do you spend lots of time gambling, thinking about or planning to gamble?
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Are you restless or irritable when not gambling?
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Have you ever borrowed money to gamble?
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Have you ever hid time spent gambling or hid bills and upaid gambling debts?
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Have you ever lied about how much time or money you have spent gambling?
PROBLEM GAMBLING RESOURCES
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If you answered "yes" to one or more of these questions, you may be a candidate for Problem Gambling.
If you feel like you have a problem and would like to talk to someone, please contact
Bayshore Counseling Services at 419.626.9156.
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