Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

• Do you find yourself reliving past gambling experiences, planning the next venture, or thinking of ways to get money to gamble?
• Do you need to gamble with increasing amounts of money in order to feel “a rush?”
• Do you become restless or irritable when attempting to cut down or stop gambling?
• Do you gamble as a way of escaping from problems or relieving guilt, anxiety or de-pression?
• Do you return another day in order to get even or chase your losses after gambling?
• Do you lie to family, friends, or others to conceal the extent of your gambling?
• Do you jeopardize or lose significant relationships, job or educational opportunities due to gambling?
• Do you rely on others to provide money to relieve a desperate financial situation caused by gambling?
• Do you try to cut back or stop gambling, but can’t?

If you answered yes to one or more of the above questions, you may need to take a closer look at your gambling and consider reaching out for help.