Where to Find Help for Problem Gambling
Looking for sites with information about problem gambling? This Al Buraq Regina guide points you toward places to start.
This guide is for anyone who wants to learn more about problem gambling. It brings together organizations and websites where you can:
- hear from people who have spoken openly about gambling addiction
- chat confidentially with an expert through secure online services
- call someone to talk about your concerns
- read advice on problem gambling
- look through FAQs about addressing gambling problems
- take gambling addiction tests to reflect on your gambling habits
Is This Guide for People Who Know They Have a Gambling Problem?
Yes. It can be hard to recognize and accept that gambling may have become a problem. Supporting someone who is struggling with gambling can feel even harder, since you can’t control every part of the situation.
If you’ve recognized that gambling is causing problems, taking that first step toward recovery is an achievement. This guide aims to help with the next step by directing you to places where you can reach qualified professionals for support.
Can This Page Help You Assess Whether a Gambling Problem Is Developing?
Absolutely. You may be worried that you’re showing common signs of problem gambling and want to review your current activity. Some of the resources here offer self-assessment tests to help you consider whether an addiction may be developing.
Can This Page Help You Find Ways to Support Someone Else?
Yes. You might be looking for information for someone close to you, such as a loved one or friend. Whether they’re in denial, hiding their addiction, or recognize they have a gambling problem, this guide can help you find a place to begin offering support.
Can I Find Resources and Help for My Country?
Yes. Go to the section for your country. This guide covers Europe, North America, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and Africa. Find your continent, then check the list of websites for your country that address problem gambling.
International Gambling Advice and Support Websites
These two well-known international websites offer extensive information about problem gambling. You’ll find guidance, FAQs, and self-assessment tests that can help you reflect on whether gambling may be becoming a problem.
- Gamblers Anonymous: http://gamblersanonymous.org/
- Gambling Therapy: https://www.gamblingtherapy.org/en
Websites by Continent and Country
Europe
Austria
Austria has a wide range of support services. The online and in-person gambling help available to you will depend on your region.
WIEN
- Spielsuchthilfe: www.spielsuchthilfe.at
- Anonyme-spieler: www.anonyme-spieler.at
- API: www.api.or.at
NIEDERÖSTERREICH
- API: www.api.or.at
- Anonyme-spieler: www.anonyme-spieler.at
OBERÖSTERREICH
- Spielsuchtberatung: www.spielsuchtberatung.at
- Spielsuchtambulanz: www.spielsuchtambulanz.at
- Wels: www.wels.gv.at
KÄRNTEN
- Klagenfurt: www.klagenfurt.at (Gambling Addiction Counselling, City of Klagenfurt)
- Diakonie-delatour: www.diakonie-delatour.at (de La Tour Hospital)
- Diakonie-delatour: www.diakonie-delatour.at (de La Tour Villach Gambling Addiction Outpatient Clinic)
Diakonie-delatour: www.diakonie-delatour.at (de La Tour Spittal Gambling Addiction Counselling)
SALZBURG
- Salk: www.salk.at
STEIERMARK
- Bin-suchthilfe: www.bin-suchthilfe.tirol
- Fachstelle-gluecksspielsucht: www.fachstelle-gluecksspielsucht.at
- Suchtfragen: www.suchtfragen.at
- Suchtberatung-obersteiermark: www.suchtberatung-obersteiermark.at
VORARLBERG
- Mariaebene: www.mariaebene.at
Belarus
- Saikov: saikov.by
Belgium
- Gokhulp: gokhulp.be
Bulgaria
- Drugsinfo-bg: www.drugsinfo-bg.org
Croatia
- PBSVI: www.pbsvi.hr
Czechia
- Stopzavislosti: stopzavislosti.cz
Denmark
- Spillemyndigheden: www.spillemyndigheden.dk
Estonia
- Hasartmängusõltuvus: www.15410.ee
Finland
- Peluuri: peluuri.fi
France
- Adictel: www.adictel.com
Germany
- Anonyme-Spieler: www.anonyme-spieler.org
Greece
- Oasis: oasis.org.gr
Ireland
- Gamble Aware: www.gambleaware.ie
Italy
- Gruppo Abele: centrostudi.gruppoabele.org
Malta
- Responsible Gambling Foundation: rgf.org.mt
Latvia
- Speles Briviba: www.spelesbriviba.lv
Lithuania
- Respublikinis Priklausomybės Ligų Centras: www.rplc.lt
The Netherlands
- AGOG: www.agog.nl
Poland
- Uzaleznienia Behawioralne: www.uzaleznieniabehawioralne.pl
Russia
- Buma: www.vperemen.com
Slovakia
- Nehraj: www.nehraj.sk
Slovenia
- Zdravstveni Dom Osnovno Varstvo Nove Gorica: www.zd-go.si
Spain
- Fejar: fejar.org
Sweden
- Stodlinjen: www.stodlinjen.se
Switzerland
- Careplay: www.careplay.ch
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk
North America
Canada
Canadian readers can explore online resources, phone contacts, and treatment agencies that may help them find a treatment centre in their area of Canada.
- Problem Gambling Canada: www.problemgambling.ca
USA
Search for support by state on this website. Its map can help you find institutions in your state that may be able to assist.
- NCP Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org
Australia & New Zealand
Australia
Resources include self-help guides, gambling assessments, text-message support, and live online counselling. You can also read recovery stories and use a gambling calculator.
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
New Zealand
Text to request a callback, chat online with representatives, visit a gamblers’ forum, or use services that help locate nearby gambling-addiction centres.
- Gambling Help Line: www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz
Asia
Hong Kong
- Amblercaritas: www.gamblercaritas.org.hk
Russia
- Vperemen www.vperemen.com
Singapore
- NCPG: www.ncpg.org.sg
South Korea
- KCGP: www.kcgp.or.kr
Africa
South Africa
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