Counseling Problem Gamblers: A Self-Regulation Manual for Individual and Family Therapyby Dr. Joseph CiarrocchiIntended for the general clinician treating or likely to treat problem gambling but is a user-friendly guide, which includes diagnostic tools assessments of the various treatment options, and cultural differences in the effectiveness of treatments.
Gam-Anon Services:718-352-1671“A fellowship of men and women from all backgrounds adversely affected by the gambler's activities (e.g. spouse or partner, child, sibling, parent, friend). Gam-Anon helps loved ones focus on learning effective ways of coping with the gambling problem.”
Gamblers Anonymous Services:800-266-1908(213) 386-8789“A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem.”
Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling:1-617-426-4554 1-800-426-1234Provides leadership in reducing the social, financial, and emotional costs of problem gambling and to promote prevention, and intervention strategies for problem gamblers, their loved ones, and the greater community.
National Council on Problem Gambling Hotline:1-800-522-470024 hours a day, 7 days a week helping to find appropriate and convenient treatment centers.
Straight Talk about Teenage Gambling:by Carol Silv SaundersThe book includes a historical context of gambling, a working definition of gambling, the psychology of the addiction, and negative consequences. Also looks closely at online gambling. Sources, resources, etc are also included in the book for easy reference.
The Chase : The Compulsive Gamblerby Henry R. LesieurOne of the most recommended resources on problem gambling.
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