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Differences in Pathological Gamblers
Compulsive (Pathological) Gambling:
...A progressive disorder characterized by a
continuous or periodic loss of control over gambling; a preoccupation
with gambling and with obtaining money with which to gamble; irrational
thinking; and a continuation of the behavior despite adverse
consequences."
(Source: Dr. Richard Rosenthal, Psychiatric Annals, February 1992)
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Problem Gambling: An involvement
in risky gambling behaviors that adversely affects the individual’s well
being: this may include issues of: relationships, family: financial
standings, social matters and vocational pursuits.
(Source: Arizona Council on Compulsive Gambling, Inc.1995) |
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Gambling:
...Any betting or wagering, for self or others, whether for money or
not, no matter how slight or insignificant, where the outcome is
uncertain or depends upon chance or "skill" constitutes gambling.(Source:
Gamblers Anonymous) |
Types of Gamblers (click on type to read
detailed information on type)
Pathological Gambling Has No Age
Limit
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