Group Counselling for Problem Gambling.

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Title: Group Counselling for Problem Gambling.
Language: English
Authors: Coman, Gregory J., Evans, Barry J., Burrows, Graham D.
Source: British Journal of Guidance & Counselling. May 2002 30(2):145-158.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 14
Publication Date: 2002
Document Type: Information Analyses
Journal Articles
Descriptors: Addiction, Behavior Change, Counseling Techniques, Foreign Countries, Group Counseling, Theory Practice Relationship
Geographic Terms: Australia
ISSN: 0306-9885
Abstract: Group counseling has been used to assist individuals to overcome difficulties associated with problem gambling behavior; however, there are few reports of this application in the clinical and research literature. This paper provides a brief review of group counseling, and describes the application of group counseling to assist individuals with gambling problems. Both self-help and counselor-led groups are discussed. (Contains 77 references.) (GCP)
Entry Date: 2002
Accession Number: EJ650050
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Group counseling has been used to assist individuals to overcome difficulties associated with problem gambling behavior; however, there are few reports of this application in the clinical and research literature. This paper provides a brief review of group counseling, and describes the application of group counseling to assist individuals with gambling problems. Both self-help and counselor-led groups are discussed. (Contains 77 references.) (GCP)
ISSN:0306-9885