Publisher's Synopsis
Problem gambling destroys lives. It causes mental health and physical issues, the loss of one's job, estrangement from family and other loved ones, and financial devastation. The expansion of legalized sports gambling (especially on the internet) has further fueled gambling addiction. It's estimated that monthly calls to gambling addiction help lines increased by 25 percent from 2018 to 2021. Detoxing from Gambling is one of eight titles in the Detoxing From series. Each title spotlights a major addiction; discusses its negative physical and mental effects, as well as its effects on family and other loved ones; and provides an overview of treatment options for the addiction. Profiles of those who are battling addictions are provided to help readers understand that anyone can develop an addiction. Readers will learn that addictions can be overcome with the help of therapy, drug treatments, self-help groups, support family and friends, and other resources.
