Gambling addiction 101 - Symptoms of Gambling Addiction

 

• Gambling with bigger and bigger sums in order to attain the same thrill
• Becoming irritable when attempting to reduce gambling
• Making repeated attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Being preoccupied with gambling and constantly thinking about past experiences and upcoming opportunities
• Gambling when depressed or anxious
• Returning to gamble after a bad outing, to recoup losses
• Concealing or mischaracterizing the extent of the gambling
• Losing or being close to losing a valued relationship, job or opportunity because of gambling
• Seeking financial help from others after gambling losses