domain | gamblinghelplinema.org |
summary | **Summary:**
- **Definition:** Gambling is participating in games of chance for money or prizes. - **Transition from Casual to Problematic:** - When it becomes an obsession, consuming increasing amounts of time and money. - When it negatively impacts work, relationships, and daily life. - **Signs of Problem Gambling:** - Preoccupation: Constantly thinking about gambling. - Tolerance: Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money. - Restlessness or irritability: Experiencing these emotions when attempting to cut down on gambling. - Escape: Using gambling as a means to cope with problems or feelings (e.g., stress, anxiety). - Chase: Trying to recoup lost money by continuing to gamble. - Impact on life: Jeopardizing or losing significant relationships, jobs, or educational opportunities due to gambling. - **Getting Help:** - Recognize the signs and seek help for yourself or a loved one as soon as possible. - There are treatment options and resources available, such as therapy, support groups, and self-help tools. - **Our Role:** We're here to help you understand the risks of problem gambling, recognize its signs, and provide resources for recovery. |
title | MA Gambling Helpline |
description | MA Gambling Helpline |
keywords | gambling, problem, help, support, resources, people, risk, treatment, call, find, more, services, here, screener, needs, have, take |
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nslookup | A 172.67.143.138, A 104.21.47.4 |
created | 2025-05-03 |
updated | 2025-05-14 |
summarized | 2025-05-14 |
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