I Think My Dad Has A Gambling Problem

When I was growing up, my dad had a bad gambling problem.

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Every Friday he'd get paid, and every Friday he'd risk his entire wages gambling.

Some weeks he'd win big. And come home with gifts for my mum, four sisters and me.

But most weeks he'd lose, and there would be no gifts.

They'd be no food.

If your dad answers yes to any of these questions, he may have a problem. To find help contact the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPgambling. Org), a non-profit organization that operates a 24-hour national hotline at 800-522-4700. Paradise7 - Thank you. It is a hard road. My father has really compromised his relationships with his family. Prayer helps.:-) Thanks for the good wishes.:-) DreamerMeg - Yes the real tragedy are the children who grow up with gamblers. Their lives are compromised in so many ways. Your family's story sounds horrible. Thanks for stopping.

And no money for bills either.

He didn't seem to think it was a problem.

Every time he lost all his money, my mum would complain, and he'd remind about all the gifts he'd bought her that time a few weeks ago when he won big.

That's no way to live.

Feast and famine.

And it's certainly no way to run a successful business.

But I see a similar thing from a lot of Recruitment and Search Firm Owners too.

It's not the gambling. (This is still a problem, but I'll perhaps talk about that tomorrow)

It's the feast and famine.

They'll have no business and so desperately scramble around trying to secure anything they can get their hands on, they win business and spend time delivering. And a few months later they're back a square one.

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Their monthly revenue going up and down like and yo-yo but experiencing no real and consistent growth!

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Dear Savvy Senior,

I'm worried that my 76-year-old father has become addicted to gambling. He spends at least two days a week at an Indian casino about a half-hour's drive from his house playing slot machines. What can I do?

Worried Daughter

Dear Worried,

Problem gambling among older adults is unfortunately on the rise. Studies suggest that more than 4 million Americans, age 65 and older, could have a gambling problem. The reasons behind this growing problem are because seniors have time and money on their hands and the influx of casinos that have cropped up around the country have made access to gambling much more convenient. Here's what you should know, along with some tips and resources that can help your dad if he does indeed have a problem.

Problem Gambling

For most older adults, gambling is simply a fun recreational activity, but for those who become addicted to it, it can be a devastating disease that can financially wipe them out.

There are a number of reasons why seniors can be vulnerable to gambling problems. For starters, seniors are often catered to by casinos with free bus transportation, free drinks, discounted meals, special rewards and other prizes as a way to entice them.

In addition, many seniors use gambling as a way to distract or escape feelings of loneliness, depression or even a chronic health condition. Some may have financial problems they are seeking to overcome. And some may have cognitive impairment that interferes with their ability to make sound decisions.

Adding to the problem is that many seniors may not understand addiction, making them less likely to identify a gambling problem. Or they may be confused or embarrassed that they can't control their urges to gamble and reluctant to seek help because they think that at their age, they should know better. And even if they recognize that they have a problem, they may not know that help is available or where to get it.

You should also know that while there are many gambling options for people to get hooked on today, casino slot machines are far and away the most popular among seniors. Slot machines are much more addictive then the old machines of yesteryear with spinning lemons, cherries and melons. Many of today's slot machines offer intense sensory stimulation with large video screens, music and vibrating, ergonomic chairs.

Get Help

How can you know if your dad has a gambling problem? Gamblers Anonymous offers a 20-question online test at GamblersAnonymous.org that he can take to help determine if he has a problem. In the meantime, here are some questions you can ask to help evaluate his situation.

I Think My Dad Has A Gambling Problem Involving

• Is he preoccupied with gambling, constantly talking about it, or planning to gamble versus doing his normal activities?
• Is he gambling more and more money to get the same level of excitement?
• Is he using his retirement funds or other savings to gamble, or is he pawning or selling personal items to get money to gamble with?
• Has he lost control to the point that he can't set a limit of time and money to spend in the casino, and stick to it?
• Does he become uncomfortable, angry or lie when you ask him about his gambling activities?

I Think My Dad Has A Gambling Problem Solving

If your dad answers yes to any of these questions, he may have a problem. To find help contact the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPgambling. org), a non-profit organization that operates a 24-hour national hotline at 800-522-4700. They can direct you to resources in your area, including counselors who have been trained through the National Certified Gambler Counseling Program.

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Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of 'The Savvy Senior' book.