The term "Problem Gambling" includes, but is not limited to, the condition known as "Pathological", or "Compulsive" Gambling, a progressive addiction characterized by increasing preoccupation with gambling, a need to bet more money more frequently, restlessness or irritability when attempting to stop, "chasing" losses, and loss of control manifested by continuation of the gambling behavior in spite of mounting, serious, negative consequences. National Council on Problem Gambling

For information on obtaining the National Certified Gambling Counselor (NCGC) certification, visit the National Council on Problem Gambling website and click on the Counselor Certification tab at the top of the page.  http://www.ncpgambling.org

Resources:

1-800-GAMBLER (1-800- 426-2537)for confidential help with problem gambling.  Or visit: http://www.illinoisgamblinghelp.org

Illinois Council on Problem & Compulsive Gambling Inc., 1.800.GAMBLIN

The Wager: http://www.basisonline.org

Gambler's Anonymous: http://www.gamblersanonymous.org

Gam-Anon: http://www.gam-anon.org/gamanon/index.htm