Treatment for Compulsive Gambling Addictions Compton CA

There are several methods use to treat gambling addictions. Most treatment programs will have the gambling addict take some form of psychotherapy or medication. Medications for gambling addiction treatment are usually some form of anti-depressant. SSRR’s (Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) have proven to be effective for mood swings and pathological gamblers.

Get Off Drugs Treatment Center
(310) 635-9740
1416 South Tamarind Street
Compton, CA
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Women

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Shields for Families
(310) 898-2450
1500 East Kay Street
Compton, CA
Hotline
(323) 781-8202
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Special Programs/Groups
Women
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ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired, Spanish

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American Health and Education Clinic
(310) 537-2273
3209 North Alameda Street
Compton, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Detoxification
Types of Care
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Men, DUI/DWI offenders, Criminal justice clients
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Spanish

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Mini Twelve Step House Inc
(310) 608-1505
1228 East Compton Boulevard
Compton, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Criminal justice clients
Language Services
Spanish

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Transition House
(310) 764-4400
404 North Rose Street
Compton, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
Special Programs/Groups
Seniors/older adults, Men, Criminal justice clients
Language Services
ASL or other assistance for hearing impaired

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Outreach Health Services Inc
(310) 603-5353
431 West Compton Boulevard
Compton, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Language Services
Spanish

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King Drew Alcohol and Drug Program
(310) 631-5992
2711 North Wilmington Boulevard
Compton, CA
Hotline
(310) 631-5992
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, Men, DUI/DWI offenders
Language Services
Spanish

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Terecor Foundation''s
(310) 639-0107
544 West Rosecrans Avenue
Compton, CA
Hotline
(866) 832-9942
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents, Pregnant/postpartum women
Language Services
Spanish

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New Resource Institute dba
(310) 635-8822
1315 North Bullis Road
Compton, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Adolescents

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Los Angeles Teen Challenge
(323) 357-6993
10115 Long Beach Boulevard
Lynwood, CA
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Substance abuse
Types of Care
Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
Special Programs/Groups
Women

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Treatment for Compulsive Gambling Addictions

Compulsive Gambling addiction is a major problem, for the problem gambler proper assistance is available. Pathologic gambling is a psychological addiction because of the ‘rush’ you feel when you get or win money in gambling game. A person’s experiences and personality type also play a large role in gambling addictions. People who are pathologic gamblers can’t control their impulses to gamble. There are many different degrees of addiction. All which can be treated differently.

There are several methods use to treat gambling addictions. Most treatment programs will have the gambling addict take some form of psychotherapy or medication. Medications for gambling addiction treatment are usually some form of anti-depressant. SSRR’s (Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) have proven to be effective for mood swings and pathological gamblers. Psycho and cognitive behavior therapy aim at replacing negative beliefs with healthy and positive ones. Group therapy can also be very helpful as a gambling addiction treatment as they offer a medium for advice, feedback and support.

Treatment Programs for Compulsive Gamblers

Treatment programs are unique for each person, so the individual must track down a program that best suits his needs. There is help and hope for problem gamblers. One of the first steps to helping yourself is admitting you have the problem. The world may seem empty but there is always someone out there that can help. Gambling is meant to be fun, n...

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