If you are concerned that gambling has had a negative impact on your life or someone else's then the following questions may help you find out:
⦁ Have you ever neglected study or work due to gambling?
⦁ Do you gamble to pass time or because of boredom?
⦁ Do you play alone, and for long periods of time?
⦁ Have others ever criticized your gambling?
⦁ Have you ever lost interest in family, friends or hobbies due to gambling?
⦁ Has it ever happened to you to lie, steal or borrow money to cover gambling losses?
⦁ Has it ever happened to you to lie, steal or borrow money for gambling?
⦁ Are you reluctant to spend money allocated for gambling on other goals?
⦁ Do you gamble until you lose all your money?
⦁ After losing, do you feel the need to play as soon as possible to cover losses?
⦁ Does gambling occur after arguments, frustrations or disappointments?
⦁ Does gambling cause you depression or suicidal thoughts?
To speak with someone who can give you professional advice and support, please contact one of the organizations detailed below:
For prevention and treatment organizations, we refer you to:
Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital
Ústavní 91, 181 02 Prague 8
Tel .: 284 016 111
Crisis Intervention Center tel .: 284 016 666
Web: www.bohnice.cz