Self-Assessment Questions

10 Indications of Problem Gambling Behavior

• Have you often gambled longer than you had planned?
• Have you often gambled until your last dollar was gone?
• Have thoughts of gambling caused you to lose sleep?
• Have you used your income or savings to gamble while letting bills go unpaid?
• Have you made repeated, unsuccessful attempts to stop gambling?
• Have you broken the law or considered breaking the law to finance your gambling?
• Have you borrowed money to finance your gambling?
• Have you felt depressed or suicidal because of your gambling losses?
• Have you been remorseful after gambling?
• Have you gambled to get money to meet your financial obligations?

If you or someone you know answers “yes” to any of these questions, consider seeking assistance from a professional regarding this gambling behavior.  Help is available by simply calling the national problem gambling helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER.  It is toll free and confidential throughout the U.S.