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Gambling Resources

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BETS OFF Print-Ready Brochures (zip file)
1-800 BETS OFF brochures that you can print at home or professionally. 

YLI Problem Gambling Brochure 
Your Life Iowa brochure about problem gambling that can be printed on your own.

YLI Problem Gambling Brochure (print-ready file)
Your Life Iowa brochure about problem gambling with crop marks for professional printing. 

YLI Problem Gambling Brochure in Spanish
Your Life Iowa brochure in Spanish about problem gambling that can be printed on your own.

YLI Problem Gambling Brochure in Spanish (print-ready file)
Your Life Iowa brochure in Spanish about problem gambling with crop marks for professional printing.

Talking with Children about Gambling
ICRG brochure with information about children and gambling. Available in English, Chinese, French, Korean, Spanish and Vietnamese

Brain Biology and Gambling Disorder 
PDF from 1-800-BETS-OFF discussing gambling disorder and the biology of the brain

Brain Biology and Gambling Disorder (print-ready file) 
PDF from 1-800-BETS-OFF discussing gambling disorder and the biology of the brain; formatted for professional printing

Brain Biology and Gambling Disorder (Spanish)
PDF from 1-800-BETS-OFF discussing gambling disorder and the biology of the brain; Spanish language brochure

Brain Biology and Gambling Disorder (Spanish print-ready file)
PDF from 1-800-BETS-OFF discussing gambling disorder and the biology of the brain; Spanish language brochure for professional printing

YLI College Student Brochure
Your Life Iowa brochure about common concerns college students may have regarding alcohol, substance use, mental health, thoughts of suicide, or problem gambling.

What does problem gambling look like?

Tips on understanding problem gambling brochure
1-800 BETS OFFF brochure containing information on what is gambling, why people gamble too much, how to help, and more.

Iowa Gambling Treatment Program reports and studies
Iowa Gambling Treatment Program studies on gambling attitudes and behaviors, youth problem gambling and more.

Gambling Responsibly
1-800 BETS OFFF brochure contains information on how to prevent problem gambling and how to identify if it’s an issue.

NCAA study on sports betting
NCAA research on gambling and collegiate athletics.

Who is at risk for problem gambling?

Internet Gambling
1-800 BETS OFFF brochure contains information on the differences in online gambling and how to identify if your online gambling is an issue.

Sports Betting
1-800 BETS OFFF brochure contains information on who is at risk, myths, and how to know when sports betting is an issue.

Gambling Myths
1-800 BETS OFFF brochure contains information on gambling myths, facts and more.

How can problem gambling impact friends and family?

Gambling and family: A two-way relationship article
Journal of Behavioral Addictions journal article discussing the impacts gambling can have on family members.

Families Living with Problem Gambling: Impacts, Coping Strategies and Help Seeking
The Helena Kennedy Centre for International Justice journal article on the impacts gambling can have on family members.

What risks are associated with problem gambling?

What You Will Lose
1-800 BETS OFF brochure which shows signs of a gambling problem and how to get help.

Player’s Real Winnings 
1-800 BETS OFF brochure provides information on the “percent return” you actually take home when gambling.

Where can I find support and information?

20 Questions: Are you a Compulsive Gambler?
Gambler’s Anonymous offers a 20 question quiz to help you identify if your gambling is a problem.

Free online screening tools
National Council on Problem Gambling screening tools.

This is the First Step to Change
1-800 BETS OFF brochure contains information on signs of problem gambling and how to seek help.

Help Will Find You
1-800 BETS OFF brochure contains information on problem gambling being a treatable condition.  Support. encouragement and information, including warning signs and information about getting help for gambling problems.

Iowa’s Volunteer Self-Exclusion Programs brochure
1-800 BETS OFF brochure on Iowa’s Voluntary Self-Exclusion program as an option to help Iowans manage problem gambling.

Get Help Now
1-800 BETS OFF brochure contains information on whether gambling has become a problem and where to access support.

Iowa Problem Gambling Services
Iowa Problem Gambling Services information, contact information, funded by the Iowa Department of Public Health.

Tax Refunds and Reporting Gambling Losses
1-800 BETS OFF brochure on tax refunds and reporting gambling losses, tips on identifying if your gambling is an issue, and more.

¿Dónde puedo encontrar recursos en español?

La biologia cerebral y el trastorno relacionado con el juego
Folleto del Departamento de Salud Pública de Iowa sobre la biología del cerebro detrás del trastorno del juego y lo que significa para el tratamiento.

Folleto de problemas de juego de YLI en español
Folleto Your Life Iowa en español sobre problemas con el juego que puede imprimir usted mismo.

Folleto de problemas de juego de YLI en español (con sangrado)
Folleto Your Life Iowa en español sobre problemas con el juego con marcas de corte para impresión profesional.

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