Gambling has recently become a major mainstream leisure activity. For most people it is an enjoyable, exciting entertainment, but for a minority it becomes a destructive dependency. This practical book is designed for those involved with a problem gambler, such as clients, partners or family members. The author explores some of the motivations and attractions of gambling; discusses the transition from social to problem gambling, and how gambling dependency develops; describes strategies for breaking through the barrier of denial; and explores relapse prevention and the vital role of helping agencies.
- ISBN10 1853434620
- ISBN13 9781853434624
- Publish Date 1 October 1999
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 26 January 2005
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Free Association Books
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 220
- Language English