Q: What is the minimum age to access the Gambling and Gaming Recovery Hub?
A: The Gambling Recovery Hub is open to individuals aged 16 and older who are seeking help for gambling and gaming addiction.
Q: Does the Gambling and Gaming Recovery Hub offer treatment services?
A: While we don't provide direct treatment, we connect individuals with appropriate resources. This includes information on free residential treatment for men and women, NHS gambling treatment clinics, charities, and support services that offer counseling and therapy.
Q: Can family members of those with gambling or gaming addiction use the Gambling and Gaming Recovery Hub?
A: Yes, we welcome family members affected by a loved one's gambling. We provide resources and support specifically for families, including information on support groups like GamAnon and GamFam.
Q: How does the Gambling and Gaming Recovery Hub address co-occurring mental health issues?
A: We recognize that gambling addiction often coexists with other mental health concerns. Our resources include information on addressing depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues that may accompany or contribute to gambling and gaming addiction.
Q: What is the main goal of the Gambling and Gaming Recovery Hub?
A: The primary aim of our site is to promote recovery from gambling addiction and prevent relapse. We provide resources, support, and tools to help individuals overcome problematic gambling behaviors and maintain long-term recovery.
Q: How does the Gambling and Gaming Recovery Hub support relapse prevention?
A: We offer various strategies for relapse prevention, including:
- Connecting members with peer support groups
- Providing educational resources on triggers and coping mechanisms
- Offering access to counseling and therapy referrals
- Sharing success stories from those in long-term recovery
- Providing tools for financial management and rebuilding