As Compulsive Gambling is a process addiction, we apply a bio-psycho-social model to understanding how the addiction, whether it is to betting (for instance on Races) playing the Pokies or taking risks with Stock Markets, forms. This means we look at how your family history of coping, genetic factors, personality and underlying emotions may interact in to produce a compulsion-prone individual (sometimes referred to as people with addictive personalities).
Recovery from this difficulty involves an understanding of how a an addicted gambler may ‘use’ gambling as a means of coping with, or managing difficult emotions. We also look at the brain’s reward system in understanding compulsive gambling.
Because there are many factors that fuel an addict, South Pacific offers a tailored treatment plan based on an individual assessment of your needs. This may include in-patient or day programs of one to five weeks’ duration.
Your tailored treatment plan works within the structure of a proven, professionally-created framework. We take into account your needs, life issues and personal circumstances, so you can gain the skills to make real changes in your life as you over-come your addictions to gambling and become the person you really want to be. Family involvement is strongly encouraged and is a cornerstone of the recovery process.
GETTING HELP
If you are a Compulsive Gambler, the first step can often be the hardest. South Pacific Private provides a FREE CONSULTATION with a qualified health professional to review your situation and if the services of South Pacific Private do not meet your needs, we can refer you to other resources in your area.
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