Gambling addiction, also known as compulsive gambling, is an impulse control disorder and behavioural addiction. It often leads people down a dangerous and destructive path, with mounting debts and relationship conflicts.
In today’s age with various online gambling sites and apps, compulsive gambling can be easy to fall into. It can also be easy to miss the warning signs that our behaviour is becoming problematic. Those of us who struggle with gambling addiction may experience feelings of remorse, stress and isolation as the addiction spirals out of control.
Our expertly written blogs can help you understand the warning signs of gambling addiction and how we can help.
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Adding a 12-step program to addiction treatment results in demonstrably better chances of long-term success.
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