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LESC is proud to announce the expansion of our Dual Recovery Services (DRS) Program to include specialized support for Problem Gambling. This addition reflects our commitment to holistic care, addressing not just substance use disorders (SUDs) but also behavioral challenges like problem gambling. We aim to provide comprehensive solutions that cater to each individual’s unique needs, fostering resilience and sustainable recovery.
Gambling can be a fun and social activity, but for some, it can become a destructive force. Problem gambling, or compulsive gambling, is a serious impulse control disorder with far-reaching consequences. According to the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG), approximately 2-3% of Americans meet the criteria for problem gambling, with another 1% classified as pathological gamblers. These numbers may seem small, but they represent millions of lives impacted by this disorder. Here are some key facts:
Symptoms of problem gambling can range from a preoccupation with gambling and an inability to control gambling impulses, to lying about or hiding gambling activities. Financial strain, fractured relationships, and neglect of responsibilities are potential consequences. Research by the Mayo Clinic suggests that problem gambling is associated with higher rates of anxiety, depression, and substance abuse, highlighting the complex interplay between mental health and addictive behaviors.
At LESC, our approach to problem gambling mirrors our approach to substance use disorders – with empathy, evidence-based practices, and a focus on individualized care. Our team of professionals, including Board Certified Psychiatrists, clinical social workers, and addiction counselors, collaborate to create personalized treatment plans that address the underlying factors driving problem gambling behaviors.
Problem gambling doesn’t just affect the individual struggling with it. It takes a toll on loved ones as well. Family members and significant others can experience a range of emotions, including worry, anger, shame, and financial strain.
Recognizing the interconnected nature of addiction and mental health, LESC emphasizes the importance of addressing dual issues within families. Our DRS Program not only provides support for individuals with problem gambling but also extends services to family members and significant others affected by the consequences of their loved one’s problem gambling. Through counseling, education, and support groups, we empower families to navigate challenges, heal relationships, and cultivate resilience together.
At LESC, we believe in leading with love, energy, safety, and compassion at every step of the recovery journey. Our integrated approach to substance use treatment and mental health services ensures that each person is treated as a whole, addressing not just symptoms but underlying factors contributing to addiction. By expanding our DRS Program to include problem gambling support, we reaffirm our commitment to comprehensive care that fosters a resilient recovery.
If you or a loved one is struggling with problem gambling, know that help is available, and healing is possible, at LESC.
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Recovery is a process. That’s why the programs at LESC are not time-sensitive, they’re goal-sensitive. We work to address the individual needs of clients at every level, so they can become productive citizens in the communities where they live.
A healthier, more fulfilling life can be yours. Call or email us now to arrange a screening interview. A trained intake counselor is waiting to help you begin the admissions process.
Call: (347) 538-2632
Or email us at: info@lesc.org
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