Peer Support Gambling
A growing method of treatment is peer support. With the advancement of online gambling, many gamblers experiencing issues use various online peer-support groups to aid their recovery. This protects their anonymity while allowing them to attempt recovery on their own, often without having to disclose their issues to loved ones. Association for Persons Affected by Addiction (APAA) and TCB is pleased to introduce Young Peer Mentors for Young People (16-25) in Texas project to provide Certification, recruitment and coursework which includes classroom training and increase the competencies for each PRSS-Peer Recovery Support Specialist in serving ages 16-25. Gambling Help Online provides free self-help advice, counselling and peer support. Gambling Help Online lets you connect and get support in three different ways: Forum. Jump on the forum and chat with real people who share your experience. Get support and connect with others in an anonymous, safe and secure place. Gambling Credential (PCGC) Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) CRSS – Employment Endorsement (CRSS-E) Registered Dual Disorder Professional (RDDP) Veterans Support Specialist (CVSS) Women’s Competent Endorsement (GCE) Training Center. Continuing Education Bulletin; Accredited Training Programs. Mary M got addicted to slot machines after playing them to numb the emotional pain in her life. Calling a help-line and using Internet support sites was a turning point. Whilst no single treatment or support service was the answer, all of them helped to set her on the path towards recovery.
New York
If gambling is causing a problem in your life we encourage you to ask questions, gather information and conduct research on the type of help that is most appropriate for your situation. This information is intended to be a starting point—it is not a complete list of information or services.
FIND HELP IN YOUR STATE NOW, including counseling, treatment, self-help and support groups:
National Problem Gambling Helpline
Call: 1-800-522-4700
Text: 1-800-522-4700
Chat: ncpgambling.org/chat
and
New York Council on Problem Gambling
100 Great Oaks Blvd., Suite 104
Albany, NY 12203
Tel: 518.867.4084
Fax: 518.867.4087
Email: council@nyproblemgambling.org
Website: www.nyproblemgambling.org
Helpline: 877.846.7369
OTHER STATE RESOURCES
• For the fact sheet on gambling and problem gambling in New York, click here.
Self Help Resources
• Gamblers Anonymous (www.gamblersanonymous.org)
Is 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.
• Gam-Anon (www.gam-anon.org)
Is a self-help organization for the spouse, family or close friends of compulsive gamblers.
• GamTalk (www.gamtalk.org)
Is a 24/7 moderated online peer support forum.
SCREENING TOOLS
Please visit our Screening Tools page to access three problem gambling assessment tools. It is important to note that these screens are not a diagnosis and DO NOT replace a face-to-face evaluation with a trained clinical professional.
• The Brief Biosocial Gambling Screen (BBGS). A 3-item survey designed to help people decide on their own whether to seek a formal evaluation of their gambling behavior.
• DSM-5 Addictive Gambling Criteria. The American Psychiatric Association guidelines used for the medical diagnosis of addictive gambling.
• NORC Diagnostic Screen for Gambling Problems. This simple self test will help you to evaluate your gambling behavior. Just answer 10 questions adapted from the DSM IV criteria.
OTHER TREATMENT RESOURCES
• Certified Gambling Counselor Directory
• Treatment Facility List
• NYCPG Problem Gambling Resource Centers
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
In addition to the resources listed above, there are many additional resources for problem gamblers throughout the National Council on Problem Gambling site.
Peer Support Gambling Articles
• Resources page pulls together information and links about our State Affiliates, U.S. and international resources, awareness promotion, state problem gambling services, financial issues, and much more.
Peer Support Gambling Definition
• Celebrate & Inspire – In order to get beyond the statistics and provide a more personal and individual picture of this issue, this section features the stories of individuals who have been affected by problem gambling, including problem gamblers and their family members, friends, colleagues and employers; treatment providers; advocates; and any others.