Gambling

Pathological Gambling
In this Medline Plus Medical Encyclopedia entry you will find basic information about pathological gambling which is also called compulsive gambling. There is a definition of pathological gambling and a list of the causes of the disorder. Learn to recognize the many symptoms and behaviors of compulsive gambling. The American Psychiatric Association defines someone as pathological who has five or more of these symptoms. Learn how compulsive gambling is treated and see how it can be prevented.   
Topic: Compulsive gambling Language: English, Spanish Lexile: 1090 http://www.nlm.nih.gov

Welcome to Gam-Anon.org
Support for families of compulsive gamblers can be found at the Gamblers Anonymous web site. Use the information at this site to solve problems caused by gambling. There are questions to help determine if you grew up with a compulsive gambler and if you are living with a compulsive gambler. There is information about this disorder and the emotional factors a compulsive gambler often struggles with. Find out how to join Gamblers Anonymous and look up meeting schedules in your area.
Topic: Compulsive gambling Language: English Lexile: 1520 http://www.gam-anon.org

Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling
Information and resources about compulsive gambling can be found at the web site of the Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling. Real photos and stories introduce people who have experiences with problem gambling. Find out what compulsive gambling is and get help for problem gamblers. The behaviors of problem gamblers are described and there is a self-assessment test. This site includes helps for families of compulsive gamblers, a news archive and extensive resources and additional links.
Topic: Compulsive gambling Language: English Lexile: 950 http://www.masscompulsivegambling.org

National Council on Problem Gambling
The National Council on Problem Gambling has a web site with resources to help problem gamblers and counselors. The site includes public awareness information also. Get a definition of problem gambling and find answers to frequently asked questions. Ten questions about gambling behavior can help someone identify a compulsive gambling problem. This site offers help finding a counselor and treatment facilities. A section called Real Voices gives a personal and individual picture of compulsive gambling problems.
Topic: Compulsive gambling Language: English Lexile: 1510 http://www.ncpgambling.org