Many people gamble for fun. But for some, gambling can become harmful, disrupting their daily life, relationships and work.
Signs of problem gambling:
Are you or is someone you know experiencing these symptoms?
- Spending more and more time gambling
- Increasing gambling time and places
- Increasing bet sizes
- Creating special occasions for gambling (canceling other plans)
- Increasing intensity of interest in gambling (constant high tension/excitement)
- Gambling to escape problems or when there is a crisis
- “Chasing” losses with more gambling
- Boasting about winning and evasive about losing
- Exaggerated display of money and possessions
- Decreasing desire to engage in other activities and interests
- Frequent absences from school, work and home
- Withdrawal from family and friends
- Using funds set aside for other purposes
Treatment is free, confidential and it works! Help is available 24 hours a day. Call 1-877-MY-LIMIT (877-695-4648) or visit www.opgr.org for information and resources.
Service providers
Providers offer free, confidential and effective treatment for those who need help. Family members can also receive support. Schedule an appointment by calling one of the providers listed below.
LifeWorks NW
10700 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy, Building 1, Suite 011
Beaverton OR 97005
503-645-9010
971 SW Walnut St
Hillsboro OR 97124
503-645-9010
Solutions Group NW
Services are available in Spanish
3800 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Suite 170
Beaverton OR 97005
5250 NE Elam Young Pkwy, Suite 400
Hillsboro, OR 97124
503-626-1800 Phone
971-703-6500 Para Español
844-696-1800 Text Messages
Resources
Oregon Problem Gambling Resource
A Parent’s Guide to Preventing Youth Gambling - Oregon Health Authority
Fact Sheets
Learn more about problem gambling in Oregon and Washington County. These fact sheets include data and resources.