A gambling addiction is also referred to as compulsive gambling. It’s an almost uncontrollable urge to continue to gamble in the face of mounting losses despite the negative effect it has on your life.
A behaviour develops into a dependency and then into an addiction because the person is mentally rewarded for their compulsion as their brain registers pleasure from the drugs, alcohol or the thrill of gambling.Â
Whether the gambler wins or loses, they continue to gamble because the act brings them pleasure. The problem arises when they begin to lose, affecting their finances, career, and family life, and they continue to gamble using the excuse that they’re trying to recoup their losses. They fail to see that continuing to gamble compounds an already existing problem. Â
The first step in getting help for a gambling addiction is to recognise it as an addiction and not just a pastime. We have a test that may help you recognise a gambling addiction for what it is.
The Gambling Addiction Test
Take our gambling addiction test to reveal the truth about your gambling. Is it an addiction or merely a pastime that’s encountered a run of bad luck? The more honest you are with yourself, the easier it will be for you to see if you have a problem that needs professional help.
Scoring Your Results
The scoring is simple. Four or more points, and you are at risk of having a gambling addiction. We encourage you to seek professional help. If you’ve scored less than 4 points, you may not have a gambling problem yet, but be mindful of your gambling habits. The fact that you were concerned enough to take our gambling addiction test is an indication that you may already think your gambling is becoming a problem.
Now is the time to consider getting professional help to stop gambling before it takes over your life.
Getting Help at The Cabin Chiang Mai
To get help for your gambling addiction, contact us at The Cabin Chiang Mai. The Cabin Chiang Mai is a renowned rehab facility in the hills of northern Thailand that offers:
A Peaceful Location in Nature
Gambling can be a social addiction. Whether playing poker or betting on sports, it’s often first done in a social situation with friends or colleagues. Once the addiction takes hold, you may struggle to keep up social appearances. By completely removing you from the social triggers of gambling, we allow you to focus on recognising your addiction and regaining your balance in life.
Holistic and Compassionate Treatment Approach
What does our rehab programme do? Our highly acclaimed, comprehensive treatment programme is called Changing Pathways. It’s designed to help individuals struggling with substance abuse issues and gambling, sex, food, and internet addiction. Depending on your needs, we offer one-month accelerated programmes and two-month, three-month, and tailored duration programmes.
Expert Counsellors and Doctors On-site
We offer world-class medical and clinical treatment. Our clinical team is made up of highly trained individuals with years of experience treating addiction, anxiety, trauma, and depression. Our hospitality team also offers the finest compassionate Thai-style care during your stay with us.
Luxury Rehab at a Fraction of the Cost of the West
You’ll enjoy a private luxury guest room at The Cabin Chiang Mai and have access to swimming pools, a fully-equipped fitness centre, yoga studios, meditation salas, a spa offering Thai massages, an open-air gourmet restaurant and a juice bar. We also have 24-hour on-call medical, support and security staff.
If you or a loved one needs help with gambling addiction, consider contacting us at The Cabin Chiang Mai for a consultation.
