WHAT IS COMPULSIVE/PROBLEM GAMBLING?
According to the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling, “The terms ‘problem’ and ‘disordered’ gambling are encompassing terms which refer to the full range of gambling problems, from mild to severe. The terms ‘compulsive’, ‘pathological’ and ‘addictive’ gambling all refer to a serious mental disorder characterized by out of control gambling resulting in severe negative personal, family, financial, work and/or legal consequences.” More detailed information can be found at the Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling webpage http://www.ccpg.org/problemgambling.html and at the Connecticut Clearinghouse webpage http://www.ctclearinghouse.org/Topics/topicView.asp?TopicID=70 TREATMENT RESOURCES FOR PROBLEM GAMBLERS IN CONNECTICUT: The State of Connecticut has established a compulsive gambling treatment program, called Problem Gambling, which sponsors the Bettor Choice programs. Bettor Choice provides outpatient treatment for compulsive/problem gamblers. More information on the Bettor Choice
