Before I can help, I need to know what kind of gambler you are:

Professional:  Gamble for a living.
Amateur:  Novice; don't know how to gamble.
Social:  Entertainment; winning or losing is OK.
Serious:  When you gamble, you feel you have to win.

Problem Gambler: Any of the above can have a problem with gambling and not know it.  Being a winner requires discipline and self control.  Before I can help, I need to know if this applies to you at this time.  Prior to moving on to the next page, complete this questionnaire and know for sure by answering the 10 questions.  Be honest!  We are talking about more than just money.

Yes/No
1.  Have you often gambled longer than you had planned?
2.  Have you often gambled until your last dollar was gone? 
3.  Have thoughts of gambling caused you to lose sleep? 
4.  Have you used your income or savings to gamble while letting bills go unpaid? 
5.  Have you made repeated, unsuccessful attempts to stop gambling?
6.  Have you broken the law or considered breaking the law to finance your gambling? 
7.  Have you borrowed money to finance your gambling? 
8.  Have you felt depressed or suicidal because of your gambling losses?
9.  Have you been remorseful after gambling?
10.  Have you gambled to get money to meet your financial obligations?

* If you or someone you know answers "Yes" to any of these questions, consider seeking assistance regarding this gambling behavior.

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