Warning Signs

The following are warning signs that may indicate when a person is crossing the line from the fun of social gambling to the pain of problem gambling. These include:

• Losing time from work or school due to gambling
• Repeated failed attempts to stop or control the gambling
• Lying about the amount of time and money spent on gambling
• Gambling to escape from life's problems
• Gambling for increasing amounts of time or with increasing amounts of money
• Gambling more money in an attempt to win back losses (chasing)
• Neglecting the care of one's self or family due to gambling
• Relying on loans or "bailouts" from family or friends to meet financial obligations •
• Feelings of helplessness and depression or thoughts of suicide

Source: Nevada Council on Problem Gambling