Settlement Guide: Getting help for your loved ones who have gambling addiction problems

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There is no cure for gambling addiction. But your family and friends who have problems with gambling can get the right support to help themselves recover. In Australia, help is available in your language.

According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare,

7.2% of adults are at risk of addictiongambling.

Culturallyand Linguistically Diverse Communities (CALD) don't gamble any more than the general population, but research shows they are more prone to experiencing the dangers of gambling.

Relativesand friends of people experiencing problem gambling may also be affected.

Theyoften experience financial losses associated with gambling problems. They tend to experience stress in relationships, and they have to deal with the associated negative consequences.

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