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# NCDHHS Problem Gambling

More Than A Game

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## Pages

- [If gambling is more than a game, free help is available . . .](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/) - If gambling is more than a game, free help is available . . . Get free resources that can help you and your loved ones build a strong support system and personalized plan to keep things from becoming more than a game. NC Problem Gambling Program Card (pdf) I am seeking information for:
- [Youth Prevention Grants](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/prevention/grants/) - Youth Prevention Grants Information Grants of up to $10,00 are available for middle schools, high schools and at-risk community-based programs to implement the NC Problem Gambling Program Youth Prevention Education (YPE) 10 modules. Instructors are trained, provided technical support and given the materials needed to implement the program. Instructors must also engage students in parent
- [Strengthening Community and Resources](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/prevention/why-teens-and-young-adults/) - Prevention of Youth Problematic Behaviors in Gambling, Gaming and Digital Media Overuse Prevention of Youth Problematic Behaviors in Gambling, Gaming and Digital Media Overuse What to Know Problems related to gambling, gaming and digital media overuse can impact both physical and mental health, relationships, school, work and overall well-being. Social media can impact sleep cycles
- [Education and Technical Support](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/prevention/information-for-educators/) - North Carolina Problem Gambling Program Prevention Programs The North Carolina Problem Gambling Program provides training, technical support and consultation services to organizations desiring to integrate youth problem gambling prevention education into current programs or integrate other types of prevention-focused work affecting youth and young adults. Education and Training Higher Education The Sure Bet workshop series’
- [Become an NCPGP Provider](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/resources/become-an-ncpfp-provider/) - The NCPGP has more than 80 trained, licensed providers across the state of North Carolina who can provide treatment for problems related to gambling. When adolescent and adults experiencing problems with gambling and concerned loved ones call the helpline, the person can be referred to one of the program’s network providers for clinical counseling services.
- [Recovery](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/recovery/) - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
- [Why Problem Gambling?](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/about-us/why-problem-gambling/) - The National Council on Problem Gambling reports that 2 million (1%) of U.S. adults are estimated to be pathological gamblers in a given year.
- [About Us](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/about-us/) - NCPGP provides and supports effective problem gambling prevention, education, outreach and treatment and recovery services throughout North Carolina.
- [Treatment](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/treatment/) - Problem gambling is a treatable addiction Problems with gambling can affect many areas of a person’s life, but it’s important to know that recovery is possible. Anyone can overcome problems related to gambling and improve their physical, psychological, and social well-being. Treatment Brochure (pdf) Treatment Brochure (Youth) (pdf) Screening ToolNODS Self-Assessment Screening Tool TrainingWorkshops, training
- [Sports Betting](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/resources/sports-betting/) - Sports betting has been legal in North Carolina since 2019, however was limited to tribal casino’s. In March of 2024, a bill was passed in North Carolina to allow for residents to place mobile wagers on professional, collegiate, and amateur sports on-line. This guide will provide the user with essential information on how to best
- [Resources](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/resources/) - The NCPGP is funded by the North Carolina Education Lottery and supported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. The state administrator and prevention coordinator have offices in the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services. Call Suicide Prevention Helpline – 1.800.273.8255 Problem Gambling Helpline – 1.877.718.5543 Screening ToolsScreening
- [Key Contacts](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/resources/key-contacts/) - Amanda WintersProblem Gambling Program Administrator(919) 713-3233 Alison WoodYouth Prevention Coordinator(919) 800-8482 Tiffany ReddickTreatment and Recovery Coordinator(470) 519-0633
- [Additional Help](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/resources/additional-help/) - Suicide Prevention Suicides can be prevented by recognizing signs and symptoms, learning how to help, and taking steps to provide that help to people in need. The statewide program working to address suicide is within the Injury and Violence Prevention Branch of the North Carolina Division of Public Health. The program works to facilitate partnerships
- [Recovery Frequently Asked Questions](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/recovery/recovery-faqs/) - How Recovery Works The recovery process involves seeking the support needed to aid in vulnerable, healthy human connection and environmental change to pursue a gambling-free lifestyle and understanding how to avoid the behaviors which led to gambling becoming a problem. Those seeking recovery from problems with gambling may make mindful decisions to live a gambling-free
- [Recovery Coaches & Support Specialists](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/recovery/recovery-coaches-support-specialists/) - A recovery coach’s goal is to serve as a personal guide and mentor for people seeking recovery from a problem with gambling and help to remove obstacles and barriers to recovery. A recovery coach’s job is to support a client in pursuing their own goals. A coach will offer someone the tools and guidance needed
- [Training](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/treatment/training/) - The North Carolina Problem Gambling Program (NCPGP) is pleased to offer workshops, training series, and online modules focusing on the prevention, treatment, and recovery of problem gambling. The NCPGP, along with the NC Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Use Services, TELUS Health, and UNC Chapel Hill School of Social Work/Behavioral Health Springboard work
- [Training](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/resources/training/) - Sure Bet Training Series To raise awareness and provide education, the North Carolina Problem Gambling Program (NCPGP) sponsors a three-part workshop to provide in-depth knowledge about problem gambling and treatment interventions. In this training, topics of problem and pathological gambling, gambling counseling theory and practice, regulations and ethical issues, and financial aspects of remuneration will
- [Screening Tools](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/resources/screening-tools/) - Screening and assessment for problematic gambling are two distinct activities. Screening helps you determine whether there is potentially a problem and if someone needs a full assessment. There are various problem gambling screening tools. Routine screening is brief and narrow in scope, and can help you identify problems early. Screening tools such as the LIE
- [What Makes Gambling Addiction Difficult?](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/recovery/gambling-addiction-difficult/) - Although there are many similarities between addictions, gambling addiction is different in many ways. One which stands out the most is money. While walking away from gambling may be difficult, avoiding money and other situations that may cause feelings of disease or the desire to use may be nearly impossible. People need money almost every
- [Tools & Resources](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/recovery/tools-resources/) - Screening/ Assessments While only a trained clinician can diagnose a gambling addiction, screening tools and assessments can be used to help someone identify if there are risks that indicate they could be struggling with their gambling. Take the quiz Literature Self-help workbooks and guides can help someone who is motivated to stop gambling or to
- [What is Recovery?](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/recovery/what-is-recovery/) - Recovery from any kind of addiction looks different for different people, but most people agree that recovery is about finding hope in life by gaining a better understanding of one’s self. This may include looking at your strengths and weaknesses and making new mindful decisions around how to live with purpose through self-improvement. How Recovery
- [Prevention](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/prevention/) - Gambling addiction can start from a young age. See how you can help educate young people and prevent teen and young adult problem gambling. What is prevention? The prevention world changed with the 1994 Institute of Medicine’s report that clearly separated prevention from treatment. The focus moved to universal, selective, and indicated populations. This goes
- [Contact Us](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/about-us/contact-us/) - The NCPGP is funded by the North Carolina Education Lottery and supported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. The state administrator and prevention coordinator have offices in the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services. Call Suicide Prevention Helpline – 1.800.273.8255 Problem Gambling Helpline – 1.877.718.5543 Email
- [Training Events](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/about-us/training-events/) - Behavioral Health Springboard Behavioral Health Springboard at the School of Social Work, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill links current research to initiatives in mental health and substance use prevention and treatment.
- [NODS Self-Assessment Screening Tool](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/treatment/nods-self-assessment-screening-tool/)
- [Chat](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/chat/) - Chat Chat Test
- [Chat Window](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/chat-window/) - Chat
- [Our Team](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/about-us/our-team/) - Our team is talented, and committed to shaping the future of Early Childhood Intervention and family support practices. Leadership TeamResearch TeamMedical Supports TeamDevelopmental Services TeamAssistive Technology TeamOperations Team [abcf-staff-list id="249"] [abcf-staff-list id="1898"]
- [Join Our Team](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/about-us/join-our-team/) - At FIPP, supporting families to promote child learning is more than just a job opportunity. It’s the reason we exist. It is also the reason that our employees find their work meaningful and rewarding. Staff at FIPP are committed to building caring, responsive communities locally and globally. Clinical decisions are made based on evidence-based research,
- [Operations Team](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/about-us/our-team/operations-team/) - [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="985"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="1322"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="1340"]
- [Assistive Technology Team](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/about-us/our-team/assistive-technology-team/) - [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="1336"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="1337"]
- [Developmental Services Team](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/about-us/our-team/developmental-services-team/) - Developmental Services staff members consist of birth to kindergarten teachers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, psychologist, and speech-language pathologists. [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="286"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="287"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="288"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="289"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="290"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="302"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="303"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="304"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="305"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="306"]
- [Medical Supports Team](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/about-us/our-team/medical-supports-team/) - The Medical Supports staff members include nurses and a nutritionist who are also part of the Developmental Services team [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="312"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="313"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="314"]
- [Research Team](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/about-us/our-team/research-team/) - All staff members at FIPP are involved in research activities on a daily basis. FIPP also has several employees that are responsible for writing grants, designing studies, conducting research activities, analyzing data, and disseminating the information in many forms and venues. See below for more information regarding specific FIPP researchers and their interests. [abcf-staff-list id="249"
- [Leadership Team](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/about-us/our-team/leadership-team/) - [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="177"] [abcf-staff-list id="249" staff-id="280"]
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- [NODS Self-Assessment Screening Tool](https://morethanagame.nc.gov/qsm_quiz/nods-self-assessment-screening-tool/)

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