Gambling quiz

Answer these eight questions and find out the level at which gambling is affecting your life. Think about the answers carefully and be completely honest with yourself. Facing the problem truthfully is a great first step to fixing things. Answer the questions based on your recent experience (within the last year or so) rather than on experiences from the past.

Sometimes I’ve felt depressed or anxious after a session of gambling

YesNo

Sometimes I’ve felt guilty about the way I gamble

YesNo

When I think about it, gambling has sometimes caused me problems

YesNo

Sometimes I’ve found it better not to tell others, especially my family, about the amount of time or money I spend gambling

YesNo

I often find that when I stop gambling I’ve run out of money

YesNo

Often I get the urge to return to gambling to win back losses from a past session

YesNo

I have received criticism about my gambling in the past

YesNo

I have tried to win money to pay debts

YesNo

“Eight” Gambling Screen - Early Intervention Gambling Health Test developed by Sean Sullivan, Auckland Medical School

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Congratulations – you seem to have your gambling under control. If someone you care about is struggling with their gambling, please visit the ‘family and friends’ section by clicking on the toolbar above.

Your gambling is likely may be causing real damage in your life. Call Gambling Help 1800 858 858 today. Our advisors will help you take control and make some positive changes.

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Problem Gambling - A Self Help Guide for Families(file size 4 MB)

Gambling quiz

Problem Gambling - A Self Help Guide for Families
(file size 4 MB)