Gambler's Help Southern

if you are worried about your gambling you can use
this quiz to find out if it is becoming a problem.

Never (score 0)
Sometimes (score 1)
Most of the time (score 2)
Almost always (score 3)

0

1

2

3

Have you bet more than you could really afford to lose?*

Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?*

Have you gone back on another day to try to win back money you have lost?*

Have you borrowed money or sold anything to gamble?*

Have you felt you might have a problem with gambling?*

Have people criticised your betting or told you that you had a gambling problem, whether or not you thought it was true?*

Have you felt guilty about the way you gamble or what happens when you gamble?*

Has your gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?*

Has your gambling caused any financial problems for you or your household?*

Total

0	You experience no issues with gambling. However, keep an eye on your gambling so it does not become a problem in the future.
1-2	A low-risk gambler - You experience few, if any issues with gambling. However, keep an eye on your gambling so it does not become a problem in the future.
3-7	A moderate-risk gambler - You experience few, if any issues with gambling. Now is the time to take a practical step to ensure your gambling remains under control. Contact Gambler's Help Southern
8+	A high-risk gambler - There are many way to get help. For immediate help call 9575 5353 or after hours on 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au. It's free, confidential and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

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