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Preoccupation
Is
preoccupied with gambling (e.g.,
preoccupied with reliving past
gambling experiences, handicapping
or planning the next venture, or
thinking of ways to get money with
which to gamble).
Tolerance
Needs to gamble with increasing
amounts of money in order to achieve
the desired excitement.
Withdrawal
Is
restless or irritable when
attempting to cut down or stop
gambling.
Escape
Gambles as a way of escaping from
problems or relieving dysphoric mood
(e.g., feelings of helplessness,
guilt, anxiety, or depression).
Chasing
After losing money gambling, often
returns another day in order to get
even ("chasing" one's losses).
Lying
Lies to family members,
therapists, or others to conceal the
extent of involvement with gambling.
Loss of Control
Has
made repeated unsuccessful efforts
to control, cut back, or stop
gambling.
Illegal Acts
Has
committed illegal acts (e.g.,
forgery, fraud, theft, or
embezzlement) in order to finance
gambling.
Risked Significant
Relationship
Has jeopardized or lost a
significant relationship, job, or
educational or career opportunity
because of gambling.
Bailout
Has
relied on others to provide money to
relieve a desperate financial
situation caused by gambling.
American Psychiatric
Association (1994). Diagnostic and
Statistical Manual of Mental
Disorders: Fourth Edition.
Washington DC: American Psychiatric
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