Do I have a healthy relationship with gambling?
Relationships with gambling can change over time. What once was a fun, entertaining activity, can sometimes develop into something that becomes a problem, and it can be difficult to recognize. If you’re curious about whether or not your relationship with gambling is a healthy one, answer the three questions below.
This questionnaire is completely anonymous. We do not store your answers and will not contact you. If you would like to speak with someone regarding your results, please feel free to call 1-800-GAMBLER, or 215-643-4542. We’re here to help.
Results
Most individuals experiencing some level of gambling problem will answer ‘Yes’, or give a positive response, to at least one of these questions.
Even though you didn’t answer ‘Yes’ to any, learning more about ways to keep things safe is important. Feel free to explore our website for more info.
If you thought about answering ‘Yes’ to any of the questions, it might be a good idea for you to consider speaking with someone to learn more.
You can click HERE to speak with someone who will be able to provide more information and resources. This is a free, confidential service, and may help give you some direction.
Most individuals experiencing some level of gambling problem will answer ‘Yes’, or give a positive response, to at least one of these questions.
Because you didn’t answer ‘No’ to all of the questions, it might be a good idea for you to consider speaking with someone to learn more.
You can click HERE to speak with someone who will be able to provide more information and resources. This is a free, confidential service, and may help give you some direction.
#1. During the past year, have you ever become restless, irritable or anxious when trying to stop or cut down on your gambling?
#2. During the past year, have you ever tried to keep your family or friends from knowing how much you gamble?
#3. During the past year, did you have money issues as a result of gambling that required you to ask family or friends for help?
These questions are adapted from the Brief Biosocial Gambling Screen (BBGS). The 3-item BBGS is based on the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) criteria for gambling disorder.