types of gamblers

Social Gambler

You view your gambling as a form of entertainment, you may buy regular Lottery Tickets and feel no need to
hide your gambling from others. There is no disruption to family, work and lifestyle. There is no disruption to
family, work or lifestyle

Frequent Heavy Gambler

You view gambling as an important part of your life, with a keen focus on one particular form of gambling e.g.
horses or bingo. There is no disruption to family, work or lifestyle.

Problem Gambler

Your gambling has disrupted your personal life, family relationships or finances. You view gambling as a
second income and may be in financial arrears.

Pathalogical Gambler

You are in financial hardship as a result of your gambling activities, you have received bailouts from family,
friends or maxed out credit cards. You increase your bets constantly and have to hide your gambling from
family and friends.

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