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NEGATIVE IMPACTS FOR THE
PERSON WITH A GAMBLING PROBLEM |
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Besides
harming themselves, people with gambling problems often negatively affect
other people close to them. As gambling problems persist, the entire family
can suffer, as can friends and co-workers. The gambler may lie, manipulate and
steal - impacting different people in a variety of negative ways. |
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NEGATIVE IMPACTS CAN
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Mental health problems |
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Feelings of depression,
anxiety, guilt, anger, loneliness, isolation, disappointment, reduced
self-worth, loss of control and suicidal thoughts |
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Physical health problems |
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Insomnia, stomach problems,
headaches, neck and back pain and other stress-related health conditions |
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Substance abuse |
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Tobacco, alcohol and drug use
may increase as gambling increases |
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Social problems |
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Such as lying, manipulating,
verbal, emotional and physical abuse, and withdrawing from social contacts |
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Financial problems |
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Loss of income, increased
debt (through credit cards, credit lines, or other loans), inability to pay
bills and other financial difficulties |
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Legal problems |
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Such as theft, forgery and
fraud |
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School and work problems |
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Such as absenteeism, reduced
productivity and missed opportunities |
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