We know the problem.
Gambling becomes a problem when it negatively impacts any area of your life. It doesn’t matter how much you’ve lost or won — nor how much you know about a sport or team.
Someone with a gambling problem, also known as a gambling disorder or gambling addiction, becomes more preoccupied with gambling over time. Like any addiction, gambling disorder causes disruptions to your well-being, job, and relationships.
How do I know when it’s time to seek help?
Problem gambling can be tough to spot and easy to hide. Common signs include:
Needing to gamble with more money to achieve the same desired excitement
Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop gambling
Gambling when feeling stressed, sad, or anxious
Chasing losses or returns to get even
Lying to conceal the extent of gambling
Relying on others for money to continue playing or to try to fix situations caused by gambling
Gambling at risk of jeopardizing a relationship, job, or one’s finances
Helpful Resources
Call 1-800 GAMBLER. Fast. Confidential. Free. 24/7.
Inquire about the Disassociated Persons List (DPL) with the Michigan Gaming Control Board.
To complete an application to exclude yourself from play from the 3 Detroit casinos, click fill out an application here.
To exclude yourself from online sports wagering and online casinos, fill out an application here.
To exclude yourself from the Michigan Lottery, click here for more information.
Learn about The National Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program.
National Voluntary Self Exclusion Program
The National Voluntary Self-Exclusion Program (NVSEP) provides a free, easy way to exclude yourself from gambling venues and online platforms across multiple states. Choose exclusion periods from one year to a lifetime. NVSEP also offers resources for problem gambling treatment and peer support services to aid your recovery.
In Michigan, NVSEP can offer assistance with online gambling platforms.
Contact Us.
MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION ON PROBLEM GAMBLING
2843 E Grand River Ave BoX 268
East Lansing, MI 48823
Phone: 517-672-6904
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