Compulsive gamblers fall into two main types—action and escape gamblers.   Action gamblers tend to appear egotistical, controlling, successful, and outgoing....

Differences and Similarities Both chemical dependency and pathological gambling are disorders resulting in negative consequences for the person and almost...

Compulsive gamblers often follow a pattern of behavior that is outlined in four distinct phases. The Winning Phase A gambling addiction often begins with the...

1) If you choose to gamble, do so for entertainment purposes. If your gambling is no longer an enjoyable activity then ask yourself why you are still...

Harm reduction is defined as “reducing the harm associated with gambling” or “increasing the safety related to continued gambling.”  The intent of a harm...

An important piece of the recovery process is to stabilize and improve your financial situation.   Here’s a list of recommendations to help with managing...