Treatment for problem gambling is free, confidential, and effective. The document outlines signs that gambling may be becoming a problem, such as being preoccupied with gambling and unable to stop, increasing bet amounts to get excitement, and lying about time or money spent gambling. It emphasizes that there is hope and help available through the Oregon Problem Gambling Resource, with free treatment for problem gamblers and their friends and family.

1. Treatment is free, confidential and it works.
THERE’S HOPE
Is Gambling
Getting in theWay?
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2. Get help for
problem gambling
Treatment is free,confidential and it works.
1-877-MYLIMIT OPGR.ORG
503-713-6000
For most people, gambling is a form
of recreation. However, for some gambling can
become a serious problem. Problem gambling is
any gambling behavior that has a negative effect
on your life or the lives of people close to you. How
would you know if gambling is becoming a problem?
Here are some signs to look for:
• Preoccupied with gambling and unable to stop
• Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Increasing bet amounts to get the desired excitement
• Spending more time or money than you intend or
borrowing money for gambling
• Restless and irritable when not gambling
• Gambling to escape worries, frustrations or
disappointment
• Lying to hide time spent gambling or unpaid debt
• Gambling to win back losses
• Losing work time or missing school because of gambling
• Doing something illegal to get money for gambling
• Putting a significant relationship at risk
It is important to know that there is
hope and help. If you or someone you know is
gambling too much, contact the Oregon Problem
Gambling Resource to speak with a problem
gambling specialist. Help is available at no cost
for the problem gambler, friends or family.
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