MARCH IS PROBLEM GAMBLING AWARENESS MONTH!

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1 MARCH IS PROBLEM GAMBLING AWARENESS MONTH! PGAM 2018 CAMPAIGN SHINE THE LIGHT ON PROBLEM GAMBLING THE HIDDEN ADDICTION Help Spread the Word that Gambling Addiction is Diagnosable and Treatable help and hope are available through the Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling s 24/7 HelpLine 888-ADMIT-IT Instilling hope and furnishing help to those affected by problem gambling since 1988 To receive the following FREE materials, please complete the form below and return to the FCCG via pgam@gamblinghelp.org or- facsimile: You may also order items via live chat at gamblinghelp.org (click on Contact Us, then the live chat icon). GENERAL ORDER FORM Organization/Company Name Contact Person: Ship To Address: City State Zip Phone Number: Address: (*Please note, the FCCG reserves the right to limit quantities pursuant to available inventory.)

2 Item Image Description Quantity 2018 PGAM MATERIALS THE HIDDEN ADDICTION 2018 PGAM 3-in-1 keychain/phone stand/flash light This is the signature item for the 2018 Problem Gambling Awareness Month campaign - Shine the Light on Problem Gambling the Hidden Addiction. 50 max per order 5616) 2018 PGAM Brochure (front) (back) The theme for this year s PGAM is Shine the Light on Problem Gambling the Hidden Addiction. Problem Gambling is often called The Hidden Addiction as the signs are not as visible as they are with a substance abuse problem. This year s awareness campaign is meant to highlight the comparative difficulties in recognizing signs of gambling addition vs other addictions such as substance abuse, and how this can affect the path to recognition and recovery. 5618) Spanish 5619) (front) (back) YOUTH SPECIFIC MATERIALS Youth Toolkit The FCCG's Youth Toolkit, Underage Gambling.It's Not a Game includes an introductory video about youth and problem gambling, highlights stories of recovering youth, and explains how to utilize the toolkit. Explore innovative ways and utilize tangible tools to educate parents, teachers, counselors and students on youth gambling, using factual information, learning exercises, the State approved Problem Gambling Prevention Program for Middle and High School Students, a video docudrama on teen betting, an interactive computer game, and more! 1242)

3 Smart Choices: Grades 1st-3 rd Grade Lessons The Florida Department of Education promotes healthy practices for all students. The Florida State Sunshine Standards acknowledge that it is important for students to practice decision-making skills that enhance responsible behaviors and to be able to identify circumstances that can help or hinder healthy decision-making. With these objectives in mind and in accordance with the Florida Sunshine State Standards, the FCCG has developed the 1 st 3 rd Grade Smart Choices Promote Healthy Lives Program. This one hour program is a great resource to add to your current student enrichment efforts with no cost or impact on your budget. 1006) Smart Choices: Grades 4th-5 th Grade Lessons The Florida Department of Education promotes healthy practices for all students. The Florida State Sunshine Standards acknowledge that it is important for students to practice decision-making skills that enhance responsible behaviors and to be able to identify circumstances that can help or hinder healthy decision-making. With these objectives in mind and in accordance with the Florida Sunshine State Standards, the FCCG has developed the 4 th 5 th Grade Smart Choices Promote Healthy Lives Program. This one hour program is a great resource to add to your current student enrichment efforts with no cost or impact on your budget. 1007) Smart Choices-Youth Collaterals These collaterals are intended for elementary aged children and include a coloring book, crayons, pencil and a pencil sharpener. 5623) Are You Gambling with Your Life? (interactive CD with video) This life skills training program assists Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) personnel, educators, facilitators, counselors, psychologists, and other professionals in providing essential information about the dangers and consequences of gambling to high risk youth incarcerated in DJJ facilities or outside the DJJ system. (Note: This FCCG/DJJ joint program is not intended for mainstream youth or the public school system. It is Language Sensitive and depicts scenes and scripts based upon actual focus group input within Florida s DJJ detention population.) 1009)

4 COLLEGE SPECIFIC MATERIALS FOCUS-College Newsletter This college specific issue of the FCCG Focus Newsletter contains research based on the FCCG s College Prevalence Study, important insight from leading experts on young adults pertaining to sports wagering, population specific program information, vital information on the signs of a gambling addiction geared toward family and friends of students, and ways campuses across Florida can raise awareness on the perils of gambling addiction. 5615) Gambling & Problem Gambling Prevalence Among College Students in Florida The Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling (FCCG) contracted with the University of South Florida s Center for Research, Evaluation, Assessment, and Measurement (CREAM) to conduct a survey of Florida college students regarding their gambling practices and associated behaviors. This is the first study that focuses specifically on the gambling behavior of Florida college students. The information gathered from this research is intended to be helpful in policy formation, in guiding future research, and in the development of prevention and treatment programs for college students. Limit ) Chance for Change - College Workbook This college specific self-help recovery workbook is designed to help college students experiencing gambling related difficulties to eliminate self-defeating negative behaviors, to think clearly, and make better decisions to lead a healthier lifestyle. This Workbook may be utilized independently or in conjunction with support groups, professional counseling, or through services provided in the college counseling center. 5613) RESOURCES FOR PROBLEM GAMBLERS Financial Debt & Budgeting Toolkit Problem gamblers often get into debt with family, friends, jobs, credit companies and others. Gambling related debt and financial problems are often major reasons that problem gamblers seek help. But before anyone can deal with these financial issues, they need to know what the overall picture really looks like. The FCCG has developed the following Financial Toolkit and Budgeting Guide to help you take control of your finances, now and in the future. Available online This financial toolkit and budgeting guide is available on in both printable and digitally fillable forms.

5 Chance for Change For the Gambler This self-help recovery workbook is designed to outline a comprehensive self-help program for problem gamblers. This seven-part series of self-help recovery workbooks is designed to help individuals experiencing gambling related difficulties to eliminate self-defeating negative behaviors, to think clearly, and make better decisions to lead a healthier lifestyle. Workbooks may be utilized independently or in conjunction with support groups, professional counseling, or part of a law enforcement restitution program. Limit )

6 LEGAL FAMILY AND MEMBERS LAW ENFORCEMENT AND LOVED ONES PROFESSIONALS RESOURCES MATERIALS Chance for Change - Loved Ones This self-help recovery workbook is designed to outline a comprehensive self-help program for loved ones of problem gamblers. This seven-part series of self-help recovery workbooks is designed to help loved ones of problem gambler who are experiencing gambling related difficulties to eliminate self-defeating negative behaviors, to think clearly, and make better decisions to lead a healthier lifestyle. Workbooks may be utilized independently or in conjunction with support groups, professional counseling, or part of a law enforcement restitution program. Limit ) Domino Effect/Las Caras del Problema de Juego This video highlights the impacts that a gambling addiction can have on family members and other loved ones and the devastation it can cause not just the gambler but everyone around them. This DVD is available in both and Spanish, and offers a unique insight into the many struggles faced by families of problem gamblers. 1010) Spanish 1011) LEGAL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSIONALS MATERIALS Gambling Addiction and Crime This Change for Change Program is a guided initiative for legal, criminal justice and court professionals about the growing impacts of gambling addiction on crime and addresses common challenges and solutions. The Program identifies viable and innovative approaches and alternatives to incarceration, restitution and rehabilitation for compulsive gamblers engaging in illegal activities. This program provides free supports throughout every phase of the criminal justice process to law enforcement, legal, judicial, probation, state and federal prison authorities, or as part of a law enforcement program. 1422) MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS MATERIALS Diagnosis: Pathological Gambling Every day, compulsive gamblers and those they adversely affect present in doctors' offices, emergency rooms, and elsewhere with symptoms never attributed to gambling. Diagnosis: Pathological Gambling featuring important information and testimony of field experts, as well as a comprehensive medical professional s guide with screening tools, collateral items for patients, and additional materials. 1238) DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MATERIALS

7 Domestic Violence Toolkit This toolkit includes a short public service announcement illustrating the link between problem gambling and domestic violence as well as a poster and brochure. Family violence and neglect are often reported by callers to the FCCG s 888-ADMIT-IT HelpLine. While the causes of intimate partner violence (IPV) are not completely recognized, there is a correlation between IPV and problem gambling. Awareness of this link and screening of both victims and perpetrators of domestic abuse is key in providing appropriate supports if there is a gambling problem present. 5625) TREATMENT PROVIDERS RESOURCES MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION PROFESSIONALS Dealing with Addiction Toolkit - (Available to Mental Health and Addiction Professionals) Dealing with Addiction offers a look into the complex world of crossaddiction, featuring the presence of problem gambling intermingled with substance abuse, and mental health issues. A joint effort by the FCCG and the Florida Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association, this toolkit features a DVD and other tools to arm treatment professionals with the resources necessary to recognize, assess, and advise patients in their care that may also suffer from problem gambling. Included in this toolkit are assessment screens, research, a PowerPoint presentation, a compelling and insightful 15-minute video, and more. 1001) SENIOR SPECIFIC RESOURCES & MATERIALS Angels in Disguise Toolkit The FCCG s Angels in Disguise toolkit is designed for caregivers, assisted living facilities, senior centers, and other entities and organizations that assist elderly and incapacitated individuals. This program contains valuable information that will help you to recognize the signs and dangers of gambling problems among older adults in the early and latter stages of the illness and how to provide appropriate intervention. In addition it will help you to appreciate why seniors gamble; identify and offer viable, population specific, recreational activities; consider your own reactions and behaviors in response to diverse situations that arise; and understand potential liability issues as well as common pitfalls. 1008) Senior Stories Audio CD Here in Florida, like elsewhere throughout the United States, gambling opportunities have greatly increased. As seniors look for recreational activities, an increasing number are spending their time and money gambling. In some cases, they are experiencing serious problems with gambling late in life and often don t know where to go or turn for help. This audio CD tells the stories of four different older adults who developed gambling problems later in life and what each of them did to get help to address the difficulties that they faced as a result of their gambling. 1086)

8 MILITARY RESOURCES ACTIVE/RETIRED/FAMILIY MEMBERS/SERVICE PROVIDERS Combat Gambling Addiction Military Toolkit According to published reports, both active and retired military members and their families are susceptible to gambling problems. Every day troops are transitioning back into the communities out of active military duty due to service completion or retirement, a change in life conditions, or other circumstances. Similarly, military family members face numerous pressures, such as relocations and separations from loved ones. A gambling problem can surface for military personnel, veterans and their families when the need for a distraction or an escape becomes an unhealthy coping mechanism, routine or addiction. The good news is that compulsive gambling is treatable for those who seek and obtain help. Specifics regarding problem gambling and this population are provided in the toolkit Combat Gambling Addiction. The Toolkit includes a PowerPoint presentation for use in educational forums with health care professionals and others furnishing support to the military population. 5517) Available to download at: GENERAL AWARENESS MATERIALS Inside Look at Problem Gambling - CD Problem gambling does not discriminate and can affect individuals of all ages including youth, adults, adolescents, and seniors. To prevent this addiction from invading the lives of Floridians, the FCCG has created this general awareness audio CD which provides information on the different signs of a gambling problem, potential associated negative consequences as a result of a gambling problem, and available resources for those needing help. 1084) Population Specific Brochures are available: Item # General Helpline Brochure /Spanish (quantity) /Creole (quantity) (1042) (1043) Self-Exclusion Brochure (quantity) Spanish (quantity) Creole (quantity) (1078) (1061) (1059) Get Connected Brochure (quantity) Spanish (quantity) (1039) (1041)

9 College Brochure ( Don t Bet on It ) (quantity) (1034) College Brochure ( Show Me the Money ) (quantity) (1035) Seniors Brochure (quantity) Spanish (quantity) (1064) (1063) Women Brochure (quantity) Spanish (quantity) (1068) (1070) Financial Brochure (quantity) (1057) Impact on Crime Brochure (quantity) (1047) Families Brochure /Spanish (quantity) (1037) Sports Betting Brochure (quantity) (1066) Stock Market Brochure (quantity) (1067)

10 Population Specific Bookmarks are available: General Bookmark (quantity) Youth/Teen Bookmark (quantity) College Cards Bookmark (quantity) Item # (1026) (1029) (1423) Various Collateral Items are also available in Limited Quantities Item # First Aid Kit (quantity) (5626) Koozie (quantity) (5536) Chip Clip (quantity) (5630) Phone Sleeve (quantity) (1133) Micro Fiber Cloth (quantity) (5628) Phone Charger Cube (quantity) (1147) Hubman (quantity) (1114)

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