There are a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches for clients experiencing Gambling Disorder. The available empirical evidence supports the use of cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement/interviewing, guided self-help interventions, and personalized feedback. Developing empirical evidence supports the use of some medications for the treatment of Gambling Disorder. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) CBT is one of … Continue reading Treating Gambling Disorder: A Guide for Providers
We are 3+ years into the COVID-19 pandemic and providers across the country are reeling from the ripple effects on their own and their patients’ mental health. With heightened stress across all populations, we are seeing an increase in drinking, gambling, and other risky behaviors. Now is such an important time to screen for Gambling … Continue reading Screening for Gambling Disorder during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Screening for Gambling Disorder with the Brief Biosocial Gambling Screen (BBGS) is easy, but knowing what to do when a client screens positive can be a challenge. Identify the local, state, or national organizations you will refer clients to in advance to be prepared on Screening Day. If your organization regularly screens for gambling… Follow … Continue reading Screening Positive for Gambling Disorder: Guidance for Providers
Welcome to the Division on Addiction’s Gambling Disorder Screening Day: A Guide for Screeners. This guide will help you plan for the upcoming event and feel prepared when Screening Day arrives. As always, feel free to reach out to info@divisiononaddiction.org with any questions. An Introduction to Screening Day Screening Day is an annual, one-day event … Continue reading Gambling Disorder Screening Day: A Guide for Screeners
This initiative is designed to advance healthy communities across Massachusetts and beyond.
This international grassroots movement was started by the Division in 2014 to provide education about and support providers in the identification of Gambling Disorder.
Gambling Disorder Screening Day is Tuesday, March 9, 2027 This year’s Screening Day Toolkit has even more free resources to make hosting Screening Day easier than ever. Any provider or organization can host. Registration is not required to use these free resources. If you are interested in becoming a registered host this year, email info@divisiononaddiction.org.
The Division on Addiction offers a variety of problem gambling-related tools and resources, also available in its comprehensive Gambling Disorder Screening Day Toolkit, which has been implemented worldwide. What is Gambling Disorder? One-page article describing Gambling Disorder from a mental health perspective Gambling Resources & Referrals Additional problem gambling information and support provided by Cambridge Health … Continue reading Problem Gambling Tools & Resources
Gambling is betting something valuable on an event that is determined by chance. The gambler hopes that he or she will ‘win,’ and gain something of value. Once placed, a bet cannot be taken back. When most people think of gambling, they think of slots machines and casinos. But, it’s important to understand that sports … Continue reading What Is Gambling Disorder?
Why Screen for Gambling Disorder? Gambling Disorder leads to financial, emotional, social, occupational, and physical harms. Gambling Disorder affects about 1% of the general population, and subclinical past year gambling-related problems affect 2 – 3% of the general population. As much as 10% of primary care patients report lifetime Gambling Disorder, and an additional 5% … Continue reading Why Screen for Gambling Disorder?
