Problem Gambling in Minnesota

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1 Problem Gambling in Minnesota 23rd Annual MNCPA Audits of Lawful Gambling Conference September 23, 2013 Catherine Perrault, MBC Northstar Problem Gambling Alliance 2233 Hamline Ave N Ste 603 Roseville, MN cp@northstarproblemgambling.org Catherine Perrault, MBC, is the executive director of Northstar Problem Gambling Alliance, a Minnesota not-for-profit agency that addresses the issue of gambling addiction through public awareness, community and professional education, research, and advocacy. Northstar Alliance is the Minnesota affiliate to the National Council on Problem Gambling. Perrault has over 25 years of experience developing and managing education and awareness initiatives for alcohol and drug addiction, mental health and gambling related organizations.

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3 Problem Gambling in Minnesota Presented by NorthstarProblem Gambling Alliance Today s Agenda General information on Problem Gambling / Gambling Addiction A bit about Northstar Problem Gambling Alliance and other agencies involved in working on this issue What resources are available in the state to actually help people recover from gambling problems Page 1

4 Gambling to risk money or anything of value on the outcome of something involving chance Questions to Consider How many of you consider yourself gamblers? How many of you have purchased tickets in church raffles? Played bingo or pull tabs at the VFW or Legion? Bet on football or basketball in the office pool? How many of you think of farming as a form of gambling? The stock market? Page 2

5 Gambling is a very visible, available and accepted form of recreation in Minnesota. MN State Lottery national Powerball, Gopher 5, scratch games 18 Native American casinos 3,000 charitable gambling outlets supporting everything from hockey clubs to community development (you know these) Horse Canterbury and Running Aces Card Canterbury and Running Aces What is Problem Gambling / Gambling Addiction? Problem gambling is gambling behavior which causes disruptions in any major area of life: psychological, physical, social or vocational. Potential rate of problem gamblers, 1%-3% of population in Minnesota, is 160,000 to 214,000 people. Fairly equal men and women, all age ranges, all socioeconomic and ethnic communities. No average gambling addict. Can result in social, emotional and financial devastation, including loss of relationships, residence, emotional or physical health, and career or educational opportunities. Page 3

6 Gambling Addiction Previously known as Pathological or Compulsive Gambling, now known as Disordered Gambling, it is a progressive addiction characterized by increasing preoccupation with gambling, a need to bet more money more frequently, restlessness or irritability when attempting to stop, chasing losses, and loss of control manifested by continuation of the gambling behavior in spite of mounting, serious, negative consequences. Gambling Addiction The American Psychiatric Association DSM-V: only non substance related addiction Brain studies, some done at the U of M, show extensive parallels in addictive processes similar to alcohol and drug addiction. Also relation to other behavioral issues that sometimes blur the lines obsessive compulsive disorders / hoarding / sex addiction, etc. Important step towards better insurance coverage for treatment, etc. Page 4

7 What Do Minnesotans Think? IpsosReid Voice of America Survey 1,100+ U.S. adults Internet sample June 25-30, 2009 Ipsos Reid Survey Telephone sample 1,000 U.S. adults June 2008 Minnesota Gambling Surveys 2,000+ Minnesota adults Telephone sample Taken 2003 through 2009 Taken by St. Cloud State University Compulsive gambling is an addiction just like addiction to drugs or alcohol Don't know 2% Disagree 20% Agree 78% Page 5

8 Northstar Minnesota Survey Minnesota adults approximately urban/rural Is problem gambling a problem in Minnesota? 18% = is a widespread problem 36% = is a problem but not widespread 32% = is a problem that affects only a few Little Awareness or Understanding Unaided awareness of organizations providing assistance was very low: 69% unable to name one Minnesota organization that provides general assistance to problem gamblers 20% mentioned GA When read a list of sources for problem gambling assistance: 81% aware of Gamblers Anonymous 23% aware of the Minnesota Problem Gambling Help Line 10% aware of GamAnon Page 6

9 Little Awareness or Understanding Are there treatment programs in Minnesota for problem gamblers? 76% Yes Which organization comes to mind first for treatment of problem gambling? 30% Gamblers Anonymous 2% Hazelden 57% Don t remember Those who said they are aware of treatment (N=378) How familiar are you? 16% Somewhat familiar 81% Not at all familiar Little Awareness or Understanding Does the State of Minnesota pay for treatment of problem gambling? 13% Yes 20% No 67% Don t Know Has anyone you know or heard about received treatmentfor problem gambling? 11% Yes 87% No Page 7

10 What Is Minnesota Doing About Problem Gambling / Addictive Gambling? Northstar Problem Gambling Alliance Private nonprofit Funding from donors, members, state grants Mission: To help Minnesotans deal with the negative impacts of gambling (Gambling Neutral) Actions: Gambling awareness and understanding, education on responsible gambling, training gambling counselors and other professionals, advocate for appropriate treatment funding (legislative) Alliance Members Minnesota Lottery Canterbury Park Allied Charities of Minnesota Project Turnabout Treatment Program Prairie Island Indian Community Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwa Minnesota Indian Gaming Association Individual treatment providers Interested individuals Charitable gambling establishments Students and the recovery community Page 8

11 Northstar s Tools Advertising and media campaigns Community presentations/speakers Newsletters (print and online) Social media platforms to generate awareness and educate, refer to treatment services Professional Conferences / Professional Training Page 9

12 Educational Materials Page 10

13 Educational Materials Minnesota Department of Human Services Problem Gambling Treatment Program Network of approved providers Administers funding for gamblers and family members to receive treatment Operates 24-Hour Problem Gambling Helpline through Canvas Health/Crisis Connection ( HOPE) Works with advisory committee of providers and others to help guide resource improvement Conducts additional awareness of problem gambling in general and promotion of the Helpline overall Page 11

14 Gambling Treatment Providers 1 Residential/Inpatient Program exclusively for Problem Gambling (Project Turnabout s Vanguard Program) Outpatient treatment groups (Fairview, CentreCare, Center for Alcohol and Drug Treatment Duluth) Individual therapists and counselors providing one-to-one assistance How Can Someone Play Responsibly? Gamble socially and not alone when you are tired, angry, lonely or under stress. Set an amount you are willing to play for recreation and stick to it. Set a time limit on how long to play and stick to it. Recognize you will probably lose. Don t let gambling become your only social activity. Don t borrow money to gamble, stay within your limits. Recognize when you start to feel out of control and seek help right away. Don t wait till it becomes a total disaster. Page 12

15 What Are The Warning Signs of a Problem? Increased frequency of gambling activity Increased amount of money gambled Gambling for longer periods of time than originally planned Bragging about wins but not talking about losses Pressuring others for money Lying about how money is spent Escaping to other excesses (alcohol, drugs, sleep, etc.) Denying there is a problem May include frequent absences from home and work, excessive phone use, withdrawal from family What Can I Do? Talk about gambling addiction Learn the facts Know how someone can get help Don t be afraid to speak to someone early on when you first start seeing signs early intervention Brochure Available: Whether, When, How Much Includes Talking Points Page 13

16 Where Can I Get More Information? Immediate Help Call HOPE (4673) Questions and Comments If you know of an organization that might like a brief presentation on problem gambling, contact: NorthstarProblem Gambling Alliance cperrault@northstarproblemgambling.org Programs are free of charge. Thank you. Page 14