'The book is engaging and properly conveys its goal of attaining abstinence from the addiction. It is hope-filled and provides numerous opportunities for journaling and considering the dangers of gambling and its impact on the brain. Overall, this book is a good read and an even better workbook to help problem gamblers find their way out of addiction.' Charla S. Waxman, Doody's Reviews
Preface Henrietta Bowden-Jones; 1. Introduction Venetia Leonidaki; 2. How do I know if I have a gambling problem? Andre Geel; 3. I should quit but I don't want to”: increasing motivation Dolors Manuel-Riu; 4. “Buying Time”: limiting access to money and gambling Zoe Delaneyer; 5. How gambling hijacks your brain Amanda Roberts & Steve Sharman; 6. Retraining the brain: Rewarding yourself Georgina Luck; 7. Coping with cravings and urges Antony Malvasi; 8. “Catching” and limiting triggers early Dolors Manuel-Riu; 9. Things to do when you don't gamble Venetia Leonidaki; 10. The thinking traps driving gambling Venetia Leonidaki; 11. Challenging gambling thinking and beliefs Frank Ryan; 12. How to get back on track after a slip Annika Lindberg; 13. Don't “switch on” the auto-pilot: future planning Ryan Kemp; 14. How important others can help Jenny Cousins & Becky Harris; 15. Final Remarks Venetia Leonidaki & Henrietta Bowden-Jones; Appendix Emmert Roberts.