Money & Banking
How to spot the signs of problem gambling
To say gambling is a serious issue in Australia would be quite an understatement. Figures from Problem Gambling Australia put the number of people experiencing troubles with gambling addiction in this country between 80,000 and 160,000.
Part of the problem is that the line between someone who enjoys a punt and addiction can sometimes be difficult to define. We’ve identified some of the major signs of problem gambling. If you are worried about the gambling habits of a friend or family member’s gambling habits here are a few signs that they might be developing a serious problem.
To see them all, scroll through the gallery above.
Have you ever had to deal with problem gambling?
Gambling Australia has a 24-hour helpline: 1800 858 858