Purpose: For those who treat disordered gambling, the question of whether a client has co-occurring post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) warrants further inquiry. Whether the PTSD is the result of combat, childhood sexual abuse, or other causes, the co-occurrence of both disorders informs treatment. This workshop will explore evidence regarding prevalence of PTSD in disordered gamblers, …
Purpose: In mid-morning, a person walks into a casino, scans the room, and is impressed by the number of seniors sitting at the machines, some alone and some talking with others. It can be a social gathering, a place to meet, chat, and break the loneliness and boredom found at home. One could assume from …
Purpose: Today’s world is increasingly complex, providing a context for even greater challenges perhaps not seen in previous generations regarding clinical practice in the mental health field. This two-part training is designed to equip clinicians with the necessary knowledge and skills to prepare them to work with three often misunderstood problem gambling populations. The first …
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Purpose: The rapid nature of technological change and scientific discovery require the seasoned clinician to not just prepare to face the challenges of dual relationships and confidentiality, but also changes in paradigms and clinical approaches. In the first session, we explored the ethical implications in clinical practice and provided a review on problem gambling. We …
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