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Gambling harm is another term for “problem gambling” or “gambling addiction.”

Gambling harm occurs when someone’s gambling negatively impacts their life, including their finances, mental health, physical health, relationships, family, job, or studies.

If you’re worried about your own or someone else’s gambling, you’re not alone – support is available. We’ll talk through some signs, risk factors, and support options relating to gambling harm.

Financial abuse is when someone controls or manipulates your money and finances. It’s a recognised form of abuse which can have serious consequences on individuals and families.

Financial abuse may occur in a relationship with a partner, a family member, or a mate. Financial abuse can be hard to identify due to the gender and cultural norms associated with money, especially within families and romantic relationships.

It’s no secret that gambling is common in Australia. Children may be exposed to gambling through avenues such as television, social media, video games, gambling apps, and their family and friends.

If you’re worried about your child gambling, it’s critical to talk to them about safer gambling and the risks of gambling harm. If your child is gambling, support is available.

Remember, social media and video games can still be used safely when you help your child understand the risks of gambling and gambling harm.

Is your partner’s gambling affecting your relationship?

If you and your partner disagree on their gambling, it may lead to relationship problems. You may be wondering how you can promote safer gambling activities and change their behaviours to stay together or if it’s in your best interest to break up.

In this blog post, we’ll discuss signs that your partner may be experiencing gambling harm, how you can support your partner, and how to best look after yourself when your partner is gambling.