Things to remember when dealing with someone addicted to gambling

Things to remember when dealing with someone addicted to gambling
• Gambling can sometimes become an addiction and damage a person’s mental and social health.
• Even though gamblers rarely come forward for treatment, many gamblers do recognise that they have a problem.
• Some gamblers may be depressed.
• Education about the nature of the problem, identifying different recreational activities and problemsolving are the best treatment.