Participants will understand the magnitude and seriousness of problem gambling among older adults and learn that pathological gambling is a mental health issue
Participants will explore their own attitudes and beliefs about older adults who experience problems with gambling
Participants will recognize the signs & symptoms of older adults with problem gambling
Participants will understand the various types of gamblers, the phases of pathological gambling, will be able to describe various means of gambling, and will learn the characteristics of low-risk gambling
From a psychological perspective, participants will understand how age-related stressors and life changes put older adults at risk for problem gambling
Participants will explore assessment tools and intervention techniques for older adults with problem gambling
To learn more about this training call (785) 266-8666.