Gamblers Have Little Help for Treating Addiction

Published April 18, 2014

Gamblers have little help for treating addiction
According to www.gamblersanonymous.org, the closest Gambler's Anonymous meeting Southern Illinois is in Belleville. The lack of programs for gamblers is troubling to mental health professionals. Gamblers can usually only find treatment if they suffer …
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Medicine to treat Parkinson's disease leaves patients more susceptible to …
When patients being treated for Parkinson's developed gambling addictions, it didn't take long to find the link. “There are many groups of dopamine receptors in the brain,” explains Jian Feng, a neurologist and professor in the School of Medicine …
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What Do I Do If I Have a Gambling Problem?
The Helpline connects the caller with resources in the caller's area such as counseling services, treatment programs, and support groups. The call itself often provides a measure of relief. By connecting with long-term support, the problem gambler can …
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