WEB LETTER | October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Know the Connection to Problem Gambling

The FCCG takes this month to shine a light on domestic violence, which is unfortunately more common than one might think. Add compulsive gambling to the equation, and emotions can quickly become explosive. Tensions already run high when problem gambling is a factor, as relationship, financial, legal, and other pressures build. Problem gambling has been extensively reported to negatively impact family relationships and is consistently the most frequently cited precipitating event individuals report as their primary reason for reaching out to the 888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine for problem gambling supports.

Download our October 2023 Web Letter to learn what 888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine data shows about the startling connection between problem gambling, relationship problems, family conflict, family neglect, and family violence – and how Floridians can get connected to 24/7 help!