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No More Bets, Please!: Overcoming Problem Gambling
Contributor(s): Monkey See Productions (Producer)

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 ISBN: 1593858264     ISBN-13: 9781593858261
Publisher: Guilford Publications
OUR PRICE: $76.00  

Binding Type: DVD-Video
Published: February 2008
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Annotation: This straight-talking, empowering video program offers essential information on how problem gambling develops, its damaging impact on individuals and families, and how it can successfully be treated. Through candid first-hand accounts from four recovering gamblers, along with illuminating commentary from mental health experts, the program shows gamblers, their families, and professionals:
*How an alluring diversion becomes a shameful secret as problem gambling takes hold
*Common myths and misperceptions about gambling--and why "winning big" is so unlikely
*The benefits of individual and group therapy and self-help approaches
*Ways to overcome setbacks in recovery and make meaningful, lasting changes
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Psychology | Psychopathology - Addiction
- Psychology | Psychotherapy - Counseling
- Medical | Psychiatry - General
Dewey: 616.858
Physical Information: 0.56" H x 5.49" W x 7.56" L (0.21 lbs)
Features: Unabridged
Review Citations: Library Journal 06/15/2009 pg. 48
 
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This straight-talking, empowering video program offers essential information on how problem gambling develops, its damaging impact on individuals and families, and how it can successfully be treated. Through candid first-hand accounts from four recovering gamblers, along with illuminating commentary from mental health experts, the program shows gamblers, their families, and therapists:

*How an alluring diversion becomes a shameful secret as problem gambling takes hold

*Common myths and misperceptions about gambling--and why winning big is so unlikely

*The benefits of individual and group therapy and self-help approaches

*Ways to overcome setbacks in recovery and make meaningful, lasting changes

Winner--CINE Golden Eagle Award

 
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