Gambling for the adrenaline rush
Bill discusses how some Veterans seek to recreate the adrenaline rush of combat by risking their money on gambling and by treating other gamblers as the enemy, instead of choosing the healthier option and reaching out for help in coping with the transition.
Check the VA’s page on Gambling at https://www.maketheconnection.net/symptoms/gambling/, to hear how the VA can help, including:
What does it mean to have a gambling problem?
If I’m experiencing a gambling problem, what can I do about it right away?
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Please feel free to use the check sheets Before, During and After the Medical Appointment at https://www.knowavet.org/before-during-and-after-a-medical-appointment/and Choosing a Medical Service Provider, at https://www.knowavet.org/choosing-a-medical-service-provider/, to help you in your search for the best help for your individual circumstances.
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