Problem Gambling and ItsTreatment 
Subtitle: An Introduction
Publisher: Charles C. Thomas Publisher
Published: November 15, 2001
Language: eng
Number of pages: 160
ISBN-13: 9780398072308
First sentence: For the newcomer to the field of problem gambling, the variety of terms used to describe the disorder in which we are interested can be truly bewildering.
Description: "This book is an introduction to the topic of problem gambling and its treatment. Throughout the book, a variety of different data and information is drawn upon to understand problem gambling and its treatment. The data is based on solid research whenever possible. This includes the results of both survey research and case studies. The book follows a logical sequence, beginning with the development of an understanding of problem gambling and ending with a discussion of different kinds of treatment.

The book will be useful as an introductory text for students taking courses in counseling, mental health and illness, social work, social problems and public policy. Public policymakers involved in the legalization, expansion, and regulation of commercial gambling will also find the book useful."--BOOK JACKET.