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gambling/help
Created page with "If you or someone close to you is struggling with a gambling problem, know that you’re not alone and that help is available. This page brings together trusted international and local resources to support you and your loved ones. It is intended as a starting point, not an exhaustive list, but it can help you take the first step towards accessing support. == Problem gambling helplines == Gambling helplines offer free, confidential support to people with gambling probl..." |
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The harm caused by gambling affects millions of people worldwide. It affects not only those who gamble, but also their partners, families and close relationships. | The harm caused by gambling affects millions of people worldwide. It affects not only those who gamble, but also their partners, families and close relationships. | ||
Experts estimate that around 2% of adults globally have a gambling disorder, while many more are at risk of, or already affected by, harmful gambling behaviours. While men are more likely to experience gambling-related harm than women, the impact of this issue is felt across all ages, backgrounds and income levels.<ref> | Experts estimate that around 2% of adults globally have a gambling disorder, while many more are at risk of, or already affected by, harmful gambling behaviours. While men are more likely to experience gambling-related harm than women, the impact of this issue is felt across all ages, backgrounds and income levels.<ref>https://fixingyounow.com/gambling-addiction-statistics/</ref> | ||
=== Gambling addiction rates by country === | === Gambling addiction rates by country === | ||
Gambling is now legal in many countries. It has become normalised through new commercial associations with sports and cultural activities, which are now widely promoted. Globally, around 5.5% of women and 11.9% of men experience some level of harm from gambling.<ref> | Gambling is now legal in many countries. It has become normalised through new commercial associations with sports and cultural activities, which are now widely promoted. Globally, around 5.5% of women and 11.9% of men experience some level of harm from gambling.<ref>https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/gambling</ref> | ||
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| GAMSTOP || [http://www.gamstop.co.uk | | GAMSTOP || [http://www.gamstop.co.uk https://www.gamstop.co.uk/] | ||
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| MOSES || [https://self-exclusion.co.uk/ https://self-exclusion.co.uk/] | | MOSES || [https://self-exclusion.co.uk/ https://self-exclusion.co.uk/] | ||
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We have listed some of the available products. We encourage you to do your own research to find the best product for your needs. | We have listed some of the available products. We encourage you to do your own research to find the best product for your needs. | ||
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You should be aware that we cannot be held liable for any issues that may arise from the software you select. | {{CTA | ||
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== You’re not alone == | == You’re not alone == | ||
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|title = Gambling Addiction Help » Helpline for problems | |title = Gambling Addiction Help » Helpline for gambling problems | ||
|description = Struggling with gambling? Find expert support and 24/7 helpline. Access a global list of organizations like GamCare and Gambling Therapy, plus free blocking tools to take control today. | |description = Struggling with gambling? Find expert support and 24/7 helpline. Access a global list of organizations like GamCare and Gambling Therapy, plus free blocking tools to take control today. | ||
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