gambling
what is gambling?
play games of chance for money; bet.
what gender does a gambling addiction affect more
male
How do you stop the urge to gamble?
therapy, family, support groups, restrict acsess to money, etc
pick a number 1-2
2
Most popular city for gambling
las vegas
What are the Short term impacts of gambling. (name two)
Mood swings, Loss of money, stress
is there a cure for gambling addicts?
No, there is no official cure but you can get better at not doing it as often
pick a number 1-4
3
how often do gamblers end up winning (percentage)
13%
What is the Long term impacts of gambling (name 2 ways it impacts your life)
Loss of money, Loss of relationships (friends, family, lover), mental health issues, job loss.
what is the main way you can help get off of gambling
therapy or medications
pick a number 1-5
1
how much does Vegas make a year off gambling? (can be off by 1 billion)
Vegas alone makes 12.9 billion dollars yearly
What raises your risk of gambling addiction?
mental health disorders, age and certain personality characteristics
what benefit does curing a gambling problem give you
it helps you regain a sense of control and helps you keep money
pick a number 1-7
7
how much money does the whole gambling industry make yearly (can be off by 50billion)
643.74 billion U.S. dollars
what are the signs of being a gambling addict (name one)
Feeling restless or irritable when you try to cut down on gambling, chasing loses, and gambling to escape problems
what is the most effective way to help with the addiction
plan ahead so you don't have any free time and your always occupied
pick a number 1-10