gambling addiction questionnaire
Are You Feeling the Odds? A Look at Gambling Addiction This questionnaire is designed to help you assess your relationship with gambling. Please answer honestly, as this is for your own selfawareness and potential help. 1. How often do you think about gambling? Never Sometimes Often Almost always2. Do you ever feel the need to gamble with increasing amounts of money to feel the same thrill? Never Sometimes Often Almost always3. Have you ever tried to cut back or stop gambling, but found you couldnt? Never Sometimes Often Almost always4. Have you ever gambled away money you needed for bills, rent, or other essential expenses? Never Sometimes Often Almost always5. Have you ever lied to your family, friends, or therapist about your gambling? Never Sometimes Often Almost always6. Have you ever felt depressed or hopeless because of your gambling? Never Sometimes Often Almost always7. Have you ever turned to gambling to escape problems or to feel better about yourself? Never Sometimes Often Almost always8. Have you ever borrowed money or sold possessions to gamble? Never Sometimes Often Almost always9. Have you ever felt like you needed to gamble to pay off debts? Never Sometimes Often Almost always10. Have you ever felt ashamed or embarrassed about your gambling? Never Sometimes Often Almost alwaysResults: If you answered often or almost always to several of these questions, you may have a gambling problem. If you answered sometimes to a few questions, you may be on the verge of developing a gambling problem.Its important to remember that this questionnaire is not a substitute for professional help. If you are concerned about your gambling, please seek help from a qualified mental health professional. There is help available! You can find resources and support at: Gamblers Anonymous: https:www.gamblersanonymous.org National Council on Problem Gambling: https:www.ncpgambling.org The National Gambling Impact Study Commission: https:www.ngisc.orgRemember, seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Take control of your life and break free from the grip of gambling addiction.