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Course #: N0715
No More Bets, Please! Overcoming Problem Gambling

Publication Date: 2003
H.G. Nelson;Alex Blaszczynski, PhD;Michael Walker, PhD
 

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About the Author

H.G. Nelson is a well-known Australian television host and comedian.

Alex Blaszczynski, PhD, is Professor and Chair of Psychology at the University of Sydney, Australia.

Michael Walker, PhD, is Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Sydney, Australia.

Summary

1 hour CE
Presented by H. G. Nelson with Alex Blaszczynski and Michael Walker

This straight-talking, empowering video program offers essential information on how problem gambling develops, its damaging impact on individuals and families, and how it can successfully be treated. Through candid first-hand accounts from four recovering gamblers, along with illuminating commentary from mental health experts, the program shows gamblers, their families, and professionals:how an alluring diversion becomes a shameful secret as problem gambling takes hold; common myths and misperceptions about gambling-and why "winning big" is so unlikely; the benefits of individual and group therapy and self-help approaches; ways to overcome setbacks in recovery and make meaningful, lasting changes.

Learning Objectives

  1. describe how an alluring diversion becomes a shameful secret as problem gambling takes hold
  2. discuss common myths and misperceptions about gambling-and why "winning big" is so unlikely
  3. explain the benefits of individual and group therapy and self-help approaches
  4. identify ways to overcome setbacks in recovery and make meaningful, lasting changes

40 min Difficulty Level: Beginning

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