Shine the Light on Problem Gambling:
When Gambling is No Longer a Game…

888-ADMIT-IT is the Game Plan!

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month

Problem Gambling is known as the Hidden Addiction. Unlike other addictions, problem gamblers do not display physical signs. There are no “card marks” on their arms, no “roulette breath,” no “dice eyes,” and no saturation point. While visible symptoms are minimal, problem gamblers are often depressed, anxious, and may have suicidal thoughts. They often neglect family and friends, run up large amounts of debt, and may be involved in illegal activity in order to fund their addiction. Gambling addiction is a diagnosable and treatable mental health disorder. Help and hope are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

We all play a part

AWARENESS

By becoming educated about problem gambling you can help the FCCG raise awareness and bring this public health issue to light. Understand it, recognize it, and understand that this is a treatable problem.

STAND WITH US

As gambling continues to be more accessible, the FCCG needs your continued support in order for us to assist those who reach out for help. Contact us for FREE educational and training opportunities and become a responsible gaming advocate.

REMOVE THE STIGMA

Often, people who are suffering with a gambling problem are reluctant to reach out for help. The FCCG helps thousands each year to understand that they’re not alone, and that treatment is available for anyone contacting the 24/7 confidential HelpLine, 888-ADMIT-IT.

Facts about problem gambling

$9B

the estimated social costs per year alone represent billions of dollars

810K

the estimated number of at-risk past-year problem gamblers (adults) in Florida

206K

Florida adults who are currently (past year) diagnosable as disordered gamblers

32%

increase in total contacts to the 888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine over the past year

48%

of problem gamblers started gambling before age 26

$47k

average debt of a problem gambler: $46,752

21%

of problem gamblers reported experiencing legal problems

54%

of online gamblers experiencing problems preferred sports betting

HELP AND HOPE ARE AVAILABLE: CALL 888-ADMIT-IT.
THE FCCG IS DEDICATED TO RAISING AWARENESS OF PROBLEM GAMBLING THROUGHOUT FLORIDA AND PROVIDING RESOURCES AND SUPPORT TO ANYONE SUFFERING FROM THIS HIDDEN ADDICTION.

We are the FCCG

Thousands of people contact the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling (FCCG) each year for help and information, and millions more have been exposed to the 888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine number and the services and resources the FCCG is able to provide to all Floridians. A gambling addiction can be devastating. This disease affects a person’s self-worth, their relationships with others, their financial livelihood – and while everyone’s story is unique, there is a common thread that links most callers. They are looking for a way to get their lives back on track. For over 30 years, the FCCG has been instilling hope and furnishing help to those affected by problem gambling. Serving a state of 21 million people isn’t easy, but the FCCG staff does it with care, grace, and dignity.

We’re spreading the word about Problem Gambling Awareness Month!

“Awareness Now” Guest Lecture at the University of Florida

Sanford Mayoral Proclamation

Good Morning, Seminole!

“Alive After 5” in Downtown Sanford

Gambling addiction can be hard to spot

Learn the signs

Need to gamble with increasing amounts to achieve the desired excitement.

Restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop gambling.

Repeated unsuccessful efforts to control, cut back on or stop gambling.

Frequent thoughts about gambling (such as reliving past gambling or planning future gambling).

Often gambling when feeling distressed.

After losing money gambling, often returning to get even. (This is referred to as "chasing" one's losses.)

Lying to hide gambling activity.

Risking or losing a close relationship, a job, or a school or job opportunity because of gambling.

Relying on others to help with money problems caused by gambling.

HEAR FIRST-HAND ACCOUNTS OF PROBLEM GAMBLING

THE IMPACTS OF PROBLEM GAMBLING CAN BE DEVASTATING

Knowing what to look for isn’t enough.
People need help.

Our Services

Helpline

The FCCG operates the 24/7, Confidential, and Multilingual 888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine designed to connect both gamblers and loved ones with the information, programs, and resources they need to rebound from the impacts of gambling addiction.

OPPG

The core content for the FCCG’s Online Program for Problem Gamblers (OPPG) has been derived from experts in the field of problem gambling and is based on scientific literature of the issues most relevant for problem gamblers. Learn more about OPPG.

Peer Connect

Talking with someone who has successfully dealt with a gambling addiction offers immense value and insight. Our callers can speak with a peer who can share helpful tips in how to survive recovery.

Groups

Self-help groups are one of the most popular interventions in the problem gambling treatment world. We provide callers with the latest self-help group information.

Toolkits

We have an abundance of great toolkits and print materials designed to spread awareness while giving people the resources they need to understand more about problem gambling. Click here to download the FCCG’s Financial Toolkit as a fillable and printable PDF.

Advocacy

On top of our prevention work and training casino employees, we also advocate and have a voice in policy concerning gambling addiction in the state of Florida.

Video

Visit our YouTube page to access our library of videos. Our page contains tons of awesome videos, highlighting our programs and services while sharing the stories of those affected by problem gambling.

Trainings

We regularly hold trainings and seminars throughout the year. In addition, we train casino employees around Florida in best practices when it comes to Responsible Gambling and Player Protection.

Research

The gambling and treatment fields are constantly evolving. We conduct and sponsor research to help better understand problem gambling.

Organizations from all over Florida are joining us in support of PGAM.

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Shine the Light on Problem Gambling:When Gambling is No Longer a Game… 888-ADMIT-IT is the Game Plan!