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Title: Problem Gambling and the Workplace


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Problem Gambling and the Workplace
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Multnomah FallsOregons Top Tourist
Attraction until . . .
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Spirit Mountain CasinoOregons New Top
Attraction
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Definition of Gambling
To risk money or something of value on the
outcome of an unpredictable event or contest.
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Legal Gambling in Oregon
?
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Gambling in Oregon
  • Lottery
  • Scratch-its
  • Megabucks
  • Powerball
  • Video gaming
  • Keno
  • Bingo
  • Casino gaming
  • Sports bets
  • Horse racing
  • Stocks
  • Internet
  • Office pools
  • Poker/cards
  • Bets among friends

The only state that offers more gambling
opportunities than Oregon is Nevada!
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More Popular than Ever
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PROBLEM GAMBLING
  • Gambling behavior which causes disruptions in
    any major area of life psychological, physical,
    social or vocational"
  • (National Council on Problem Gambling)

PATHOLOGICAL GAMBLING
A chronic disorder that results in the loss of
control over gambling (DSM-IV)
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Levels of Involvement
No Gambling
Pathological
Social
Harmful / Problem
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A Snapshot of Problem Gambling in Oregon
  • Adults gt60,000 affected (2.3)
  • Youths, 13-17 years old lt10,000 (4)
  • Vulnerable populations
  • Youth
  • College age
  • Ethno-cultural minorities
  • Elderly
  • Increasingly women

Sources Volberg, 2001 Carlson Moore, 1998
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ImplicationsProblem Gamblers Seeking Treatment
in Oregon
  • Financial problems
  • Average 24,600
  • total gambling related debt gt25.5 million
  • Not paying bills on time 56
  • Employment problems
  • Job problems / job loss 28.5
  • Not accomplishing responsibilities at work 56
  • Crime
  • Committing crimes to obtain gambling money 24

Source Moore, T.L., Marotta, J. (2005).
Oregon Gambling Treatment Programs Evaluation
Update.
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ImplicationsProblem Gamblers Seeking Treatment
in Oregon
  • Depression
  • Suicidal ideations/attempts 11
  • Relationship problems
  • Loss or jeopardized 23.5
  • Concurrent alcohol or drug problems
  • Alcohol 29
  • Drugs 11
  • Tobacco 61

Source Moore, T.L., Marotta, J. (2005).
Oregon Gambling Treatment Programs Evaluation
Update.
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AddictionGambling vs. Substances
  • Similarities
  • Loss of control
  • Denial
  • Depression mood swings
  • Progressive
  • Chasing
  • First win (high) remembered
  • Blackouts/brownouts
  • Use as an escape
  • Preoccupation
  • Low self esteem high ego
  • Use of rituals
  • Similar highs
  • Differences
  • Hidden addiction
  • Cant overdose-no saturation point
  • Huge financial problems
  • Can function at work
  • Cant be tested
  • Doesnt require ingestion
  • Fewer resources available
  • Perceptions

Slide courtesy Andy Cartmill, Washington County
HHS
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Unique Dangers of Workplace Gambling
  • Convenience
  • Video lottery terminals in restaurants, delis,
    bars, taverns
  • Internet gambling
  • Mobile phones
  • Easy to hide problem
  • Few outward signs
  • Lack of community awareness

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Employment Status Oregon Problem Gamblers in
Treatment
Source Moore, T.L., Marotta, J. (2004).
Oregon Gambling Treatment Programs Evaluation
Update.
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Workplace Signs of a Problem
  • Performance Issues
  • Time Issues
  • Financial Issues


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What Employers Can Do
  • Include gambling in workplace policies
  • Provide awareness training
  • Post Help Line number
    (1-877-2-STOP-NOW)
  • Refer employees to EAPs
  • Ensure EAPs know about free and confidential
    gambling treatment
  • Include family members

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Getting Help in Your Area
  • 1-877-2-STOP-NOW
  • Help Line, available 24 hrs, every day
  • Your treatment agency name here
  • Treatment is free for gamblers and loved ones
  • More tidbits about your regional treatment agency
    here

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FOR MORE INFORMATION
  • Your Name Here
  • Your Phone Here
  • Your Email Here
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