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Don't Leave It to Chance: A Guide for Families of Problem Gamblers
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 362
EAN: 9781572242005
ISBN: 1572242000
Label: New Harbinger Publications
Manufacturer: New Harbinger Publications
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 200
Publication Date: 2000-07
Publisher: New Harbinger Publications
Studio: New Harbinger Publications
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Editorial Review:
Gambling can cause disruptions in every area of life, and the devastating effects don't stop with the gambler. Like any addiction, gambling takes its toll on the entire family, causing loss of trust, financial hardship, and difficult dynamics. Based on the authors' extensive research and filled with hands-on questionnaires, exercises, and charts, this book provides relatives of problem gamblers with a comprehensive program of cognitive-behavioral strategies to help them overcome the negative hold the habit has on their lives. It helps readers identify the problem, understand its origins, and assess its impact on the gambler and his or her family. Then it lays out easy-to-follow "action steps" to manage the problem, repair relations, recover financially, and get professional help if necessary.
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Rating: - Don't miss this book
I found this book helpful, realistic, and compassionate. Don't Leave It To Chance explores myths and misconceptions about gambling, helps us identify the extent of the problem, and guides us through the emotional and financial impact of the disorder. The authors skillfully bring us to a place where we can build a meaningful dialogue with family members, work through anger, anxiety and loss of trust, and begin the process of regeneration with new momentum and understanding. The scope is comprehensive ... Read More
Rating: - Enlightening, Thorough, Extremely helpful
I thought this book was extremely enlightening and thorough in it coverage of the disease of compulsive gambling. It is an excellent resource for families of compulsive gamblers in 1) understanding the disease 2) guiding families and friends of gamblers in the actions they need to take in order to protect themselves as well as in helping the gambler move closer to recovery. In addition, this book provides treatment resource info and some evaluation as to the effectiveness of those type of treatments. ... Read More
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