Wisconsin

If gambling is causing a problem in your life we encourage you to ask questions, gather information and conduct research on the type of help that is most appropriate for your situation. This information is intended to be a starting point—it is not a complete list of information or services.

1. The Wisconsin Council of Problem Gambling, Drug Free Communities of Fond du Lac County, and Fond du Lac Area YScreen are partnering for the 4th Annual 5K Run/Walk “Start the Conversation” on April 17, 2021 at Lakeside Park in Fond du Lac.
2. The Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling has a 24-hour helpline that provides information and referrals for gamblers, family members and concerned friends or employers of gamblers who have financial, legal or other difficulties because of gambling. SELF-HELP INFORMATION The Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling can confidentially refer you to.

FIND HELP IN YOUR STATE NOW, including counseling, treatment, self-help and support groups:

The gambling authority has said that it would fuel and encourage teens and children to gamble. Rose Blozinski, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling has said that it is important to keep children away from lottery tickets as the majority of problem gamblers get exposed to gambling in their early years.

National Problem Gambling Helpline

Call: 1-800-522-4700
Text: 1-800-522-4700
Chat: ncpgambling.org/chat

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Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling

1585 Allouez Ave
Green Bay, WI 54311-6268
Tel: 920.437.8888
Fax: 920.437.8995
Email: rose@wi-problemgamblers.org
Website: www.wi-problemgamblers.org
Helpline: 800.426.2535

OTHER STATE RESOURCES

• Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services is responsible for general health and/or addiction services in this state, and may also have information on problem gambling.

• For the fact sheet on gambling and problem gambling in Wisconsin, click here.

Self Help Resources

• Gamblers Anonymous (www.gamblersanonymous.org)
Is fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem.

• Gam-Anon (www.gam-anon.org)
Is a self-help organization for the spouse, family or close friends of compulsive gamblers.

• GamTalk (www.gamtalk.org)
Is a 24/7 moderated online peer support forum.

SCREENING TOOLS

Please visit our Screening Tools page to access three problem gambling assessment tools. It is important to note that these screens are not a diagnosis and DO NOT replace a face-to-face evaluation with a trained clinical professional.

• The Brief Biosocial Gambling Screen (BBGS). A 3-item survey designed to help people decide on their own whether to seek a formal evaluation of their gambling behavior.

• DSM-5 Addictive Gambling Criteria. The American Psychiatric Association guidelines used for the medical diagnosis of addictive gambling.

Wi Council On Problem Gambling Reporting

• NORC Diagnostic Screen for Gambling Problems. This simple self test will help you to evaluate your gambling behavior. Just answer 10 questions adapted from the DSM IV criteria.

OTHER TREATMENT RESOURCES

• Certified Gambling Counselor Directory

• Treatment Facility List

Wi Council On Problem Gambling

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Wi Council On Problem Gambling Legislation

In addition to the resources listed above, there are many additional resources for problem gamblers throughout the National Council on Problem Gambling site.

• Resources page pulls together information and links about our State Affiliates, U.S. and international resources, awareness promotion, state problem gambling services, financial issues, and much more.

Wi Council On Problem Gambling Addiction

• Celebrate & Inspire – In order to get beyond the statistics and provide a more personal and individual picture of this issue, this section features the stories of individuals who have been affected by problem gambling, including problem gamblers and their family members, friends, colleagues and employers; treatment providers; advocates; and any others.