Gambling Addiction is characterized as an addictive order in the DSM-5. It is also known as Problem Gambling or Compulsive Gambling. In order to be diagnosed, an individual must have at least four of the following symptoms in a 12-month period: - Needs to gamble with increasing amounts of money in order to achieve the desired excitement - Is restless or irritable when attempting to cut down or stop gambling - Has made repeated unsuccessful efforts to control, cut back, or stop gambling - Is often preoccupied with gambling (e.g., having persistent thoughts of reliving past gambling experiences, handicapping or planning the next venture, thinking of ways to get money with which to gamble) - Often gambles when feeling distressed (e.g., helpless, guilty, anxious, depressed) - After losing money gambling, often returns another day to get even ("chasing" one's losses) - Lies to conceal the extent of involvement with gambling - Has jeopardized or lost a significant relationship, job, education, or career opportunity because of gambling - Relies on others to provide money to relieve desperate financial situations caused by gambling This app presents a simple screening questionnaire to measure your level of risk for gambling addiction as well as some information on the nature of addiction and different treatments. According to a meta-analysis, 1.1% of the adult population in the US could be identified as pathological gamblers. Disclaimer: This test is NOT a diagnostic test. A diagnosis can only be provided by a qualified healthcare professional. Please consult a physician if you are concerned about your risk of Gambling Addiction.
