Making Every Contact Count (MECC) - Gambling Harms
Gambling can harm many areas of life. A person experiencing gambling harms may notice physical and mental health impacts. These can include anxiety, depression, and suicidal feelings. Gambling can harm relationships, lead to isolation, cause financial hardship and loss of social connections due to stigma. These harms can also be felt by family, friends, and colleagues.
Someone experiencing gambling harms may not notice all of these issues, or even realise the cause of them. By asking the right questions, you can support early identification of potential harms and direct them to appropriate help and support. Conversation can be powerful - it can help to reduce stigma, reduce feelings of isolation, and raise awareness about available help.
Gambling Harms (mecclink.co.uk)