Problem & Compulsive Gambling Resources

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Internet Resources

National Council on Problem Gambling - The National Council administers several nationwide programs, including a 24-hour confidential helpline and a gambling-specific certification program for treatment professionals.  It also sponsors conferences, supports research, distributes literature and works with other organizations involved in problem gambling issues.

Gamblers Anonymous - A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem.  Gamblers Anonymous has information regarding problem gambling and a directory of group meetings.

Gam-Anon - The self-help organization for the spouses, family members or close friends of compulsive gamblers.  This site contains problem gambling information and literature as well as a meetings directory.

National Gambling Impact Study Commission Final Report – 1999 report on the impact of gambling in the United States.

Pathological Gambling: A Critical Review – 1999 report commissioned by the National Research Council and published by the National Academies Press.

National Center for Responsible Gaming – This organization funds research to identify risk factors for gambling disorders and to determine methods for treating and preventing the disorder.  The site contains links to a number of resources.