Home (including a healthier life, safety and recreation)
Gambling
Some links on this page have been colour coded to make it easier to find the information you need:
LOCAL SUPPORT - SELF REFERRAL
From Gamcare South
Support for problem gamblers and their loved ones in Buckinghamshire (Online, Face-to-face, and over the phone) GamCare South – GamCare
From Gamblers Anonymous meetings
Offers various aids for the compulsive gambler, including a forum, a chat room, literature and most importantly a meeting finder (for Buckinghamshire and surrounding areas). “GA is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others do the same.” Gamblers Anonymous
From Gam-Anon meetings
Meeting for friends or family of a compulsive gambler who have been affected by a loved one’s gambling problem. The nearest meeting group to Buckinghamshire is Reading but there also zoom meetings. GamAnon UK – You are not alone……
finance Support
On occasions gambling can result in financial difficulties including debt. The section on finances provides local and national support, including support if you have developed debt, see under
Wellbeing and Mental health support
Sometimes gambling can impact on mental health. There is local support, see below
WELLBEING
For all of us even without a health condition an attention to mental, social and physical wellbeing can be helpful. Support for mental wellbeing can help with mild anxiety.
Reducing risk factors for some health conditions is beneficial. In addition, alcohol can increase feelings of anxiety. There is good local support to help with
Mental health support
Issues with gambling can on occasions lead to anxiety and depression. There is good local and national support for mental health, see under
NATIONAL SUPPORT - SELF REFERRAL
For all ages
From Gamcare
The leading national provider of advice and support for anyone affected by problem gambling including national support over the telephone or with live chat, available 24 hours a day. Talk to us now – GamCare
For young people
From Big Deal
If you’re worried about gambling – your own or someone else’s – the first step is to ask for help. We’re here to support you, so whatever you’re dealing with, you won’t be alone. Get help – BigDeal
There is further support nationally including:
SELF EXCLUSION FROM GAMBLING
From Gamstop
FREE online self-exclusion: GAMSTOP helps you control your online gambling. Once registered you will be prevented from using gambling websites and apps run by companies licensed in Great Britain, for a period of your choosing. GAMSTOP – Gambling Self-Exclusion Scheme
From Gamban
Block Access to Gambling Websites and Apps Worldwide. If UK resident: Get Gamban FREE through TalkBanStop Block Gambling Websites & Apps – Gamban
GAMBLERS, FRIENDS AND FAMILY SUPPORT
From Gordon Moody
- Support for problem gamblers, their friends and family, with individual live chat, forums and online support groups Support – Gambling Therapy
- Intensive residential treatment How we can help – Gordon Moody
From Addiction Family Support
Support people affected by a loved one’s harmful use of gambling including with a helpline Home – Addiction Family Support
NHS CLINIC
From the NHS
if you are aged 16 or over and have complex problems relating to gambling (defined under “How to refer”) you can self-refer to the National Problem Gambling Clinic. National Problem Gambling Clinic :: Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
FREQUENTY ASKED QUESTIONS
general information on gambling
From the NHS
From Patient info
From GamCare
- Self-guided resources, including a workbook to help you at your own pace Self-Guided Resources – GamCare
- A complete recovery toolkit Your Recovery Toolkit – GamCare
From GambleAware
Good website which has brought lots of information together
- “However gambling is making you feel right now, we can help. We offer free advice, tools and support to help keep people safe from gambling harms.” GambleAware®: Gambling Help & Gambling Addiction
- Gambling Harm Tools & Support – GambleAware
- Find Free Gambling Support, Treatment & Therapy Centres
From Big Deal
From Young Minds
From the Royal College of Psychiatrists
