When does some gambling become too much gambling? We can help you explore gambling’s role in your life. If you want to make a change, we can help.

Self-Evaluation

Miss important events to gamble?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Are your friends and family concerned with your gambling?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Lie to people or argue with them about gambling?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Feel remorseful after gambling?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Gamble to get money to meet financial obligations?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Use gambling as a way of escaping from problems?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Feel you must return as soon as possible and win back losses?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Have a strong urge to win even more after winning?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Gamble until your last dollar is gone?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Borrow money or use credit to gamble?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Sell items to finance gambling?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Use income or savings to gamble while letting bills go unpaid?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Feel irritated or restless when not able to gamble?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Exceed your limits of time and money when gambling?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Use gambling to escape worries or trouble?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Have you broken the law or considered breaking the law to finance gambling?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Had difficulty sleeping because of gambling?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Find it difficult to control, stop or cut down on gambling and feel irritable when trying to do so?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Celebrate good fortune with a few hours of gambling?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

Feel depressed or suicidal because of gambling?

Almost always. Sometimes. Never.

You are high risk

A person in this score range indicates a problem with gambling. Contact the Oregon Problem Gambling Helpline and speak to a certified gambling addiction counselor to further examine your gambling behavior and its consequences. All information shared is confidential and this service is FREE to Oregon residents. Call 1-877-695-4648 (MY-LIMIT), text 503-713-6000, or click the buttons below to contact us online through Live Chat, IM or Email.

REMINDER: Self-assessment can help you figure out if there is a issue with gambling, but only a professional can diagnose if it is a gambling problem, a different problem, or both.

You are medium risk

A person in this score range indicates a level of risk that should be further explored.

You can always call the Oregon Problem Gambling Helpline and speak to a certified gambling addiction counselor. All information shared is confidential and this service is FREE to Oregon residents. Call 1-877-695-4648 (MY-LIMIT), text 503-713-6000, or click the buttons below to contact us online through Live Chat, IM or Email.

You are low risk

A person in this score range experienced one to two minor problems related to their gambling.

If you answered “yes” to seven or more of these questions, it could be indicative of a serious gambling problem.

You can always call the Oregon Problem Gambling Helpline and speak to a certified gambling addiction counselor. All information shared is confidential and this service is FREE to Oregon residents. Call 1-877-695-4648 (MY-LIMIT), text 503-713-6000, or click the buttons below to contact us online through Live Chat, IM or Email.

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There’s more than one path forward. Explore your choices with someone who’s walked those paths.

What to expect

When you call, a certified gambling addiction counselor will listen, educate, answer questions, and refer you to a free and confidential treatment services.

There are approximately 46 providers throughout the state of Oregon providing FREE, state-funded, confidential gambling treatment to Oregon residents and their families or friends. All counselors are trained and certified in gambling addiction.

About Us

The Oregon Problem Gambling Helpline was established in 2001 to effectively connect Oregonians to resources and help for gambling related issues. Trained professional staff members are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to listen, answer questions, and refer people to free confidential counseling.

If you or someone you care about wants to make a change to their gambling, you can call the Helpline and speak to a certified counselor who understands. Whether you just want to chat, get more information, or be referred for counseling, you’ll be connected to the resources that are right for you.

Call the Helpline 1-877-695-4648 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or text 503-713-6000 between the hours of 8am and 9pm M-F. To speak to someone in Spanish, please call us at 1-844-888-2537. All information shared is confidential and this service is FREE to Oregon residents.