NPGA has a seat at the table to help ensure that the concerns of problem gamblers, their families and treatment professionals are represented.

New ways of addressing problem gambling emphasize responsible participation, early intervention and a proactive approach.

It’s helpful for a range of professionals, including those who work in healthcare and addiction as well as other fields, to learn about disordered gambling.

It’s helpful for a range of professionals, including those who work in healthcare and addiction as well as other fields, to learn about disordered gambling.

Help is available to problem gamblers and concerned others in many forms, including a variety of treatments and support groups. Treatment works.

Problem gambling is complex and there’s a lot to understand about this disorder that’s also known as gambling addiction or compulsive gambling.

Exposure to gambling at a young age can hasten a gambling addiction. Education and prevention strategies can reduce this risk.

The “concerned others” of problem gamblers are often forgotten, though they suffer as well. There are resources available to help.