Does Someone You Know ... Quiz

gambling image multiple gamesGambling is nothing new - it has been part of human activity throughout recorded history.  Our own United States reveals a rich historical relationship with gambling.  As long as there's been gambling, however, there have been gambling problems.  For most people, gambling is a form of recreation, pleasurable - though not often profitable.  For some, however, the pleasure of gambling has spiraled out of control.  It has become a serious problem that is similar to an addiction to alcohol or other drugs.  The problem or pathological gambler can't stop - even when gambling is destroying themselves and those around them.

Take a moment to answer a few questions.  Consider the question, as well as the answer.  Most people that gamble do so without serious consequences.  However, if you think there may be a problem, treatment is free confidential, and it works!   

  1. Gamble because of stress or crisis?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  2. Day dream about gambling?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  3. Feel remorse after gambling?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  4. Gamble more than intended?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  5. Gamble to solve money problems?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  6. Continue to gamble despite problems?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  7. Feel the need to "win back" the money you lost?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  8. Break promises to stop or cut back on gambling?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  9. Borrow money to gamble?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  10. Lose time from school or work due to gambling?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  11. Feel the need to increase the frequency or amounts of bets?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  12. Socialize less with family or friends because of gambling?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  13. Gamble until the very last dollar is spent?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  14. Commit illegal acts such as theft or fraud to finance gambling?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?
  15. Use money that has been set aside for normal living expenses in order to gamble?  
    yes    
    no    
      Why ask?