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Is there a gambling problem in your family?
Sometimes gambling problems are right out in the open. Sometimes
the family only gradually comes to realize that there is something
wrong. You may be uncertain about whether there is a problem, and
how serious it is.
Some warning signs that may indicate a gambling problem in an adult:
Money
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There is less money available, although income has not changed
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Money has gone missing from a bank account or wallet, or valuables
have disappeared
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Spending priorities or habits have changed
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A person holds a second job, but there is no change in their
finances
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RRSPs, insurance plans, etc., have been cashed in or allowed
to lapse
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A person commits criminal acts to obtain money for gambling or
to pay gambling debts
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Avoids family functions or other social events
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Neglects responsibilities or makes excuses
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Arrives late for work or other commitments
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Disappears for large blocks of time
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Spends a lot of time on sports statistics, racing forms, or phone
calls
Relationships
The person:
- Withdraws from family and friends
- Appears preoccupied
- Appears deceptive or secretive about their behaviour, particularly
around money
- Appears to be edgy, reactive or defensive
- Changes their sleep, eating or sexual relationship patterns
Some warning signs that may indicate a gambling problem in an adolescent:
The young person:
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Misses money without an explanation
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Borrows or steals money from friends or family
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Sometimes has large amounts of unexplained cash
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Has a fake ID, casino entry card, race track or ProLine receipts
among belongings
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Is preoccupied with video arcades, computer internet gambling
sites, day trading
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Has left a trail of internet visits or credit card charges to
gambling sites
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CAMH
Gambling Screen
1-800-463-6273
