Problem gambling is an emerging issue in the world of Australian sports. Both players and spectators are falling victim to the dangers of compulsive gambling, and the Northern Football League aims to do something about it. The NFL’s new Responsible Gambling Awareness Program will help local players learn more about gambling safely. The program will be delivered by the Carlton Football Club and Banyule Community Health.

It will consist of two sessions that provide players with insight into gambling addiction and how to prevent it. The program will inform players about gambling statistics across Northern Metropolitan Melbourne. It will also cover common signs of compulsive gambling. In many cases, problem gamblers will not seek help until they have hit rock bottom.

Since many people are unaware of the signs of gambling addiction, it is left up to player to look for assistance only after they have fallen deep into debt. So, it is important that friends and family recognize the signs of addiction so that they can help problem gamblers find help sooner rather than later. Finally, the program will offer players suggestions about the type of help that is available.

There are plenty of local and national programs that aim to help gambling addicts overcome their compulsive behaviour. This session will ensure that players know how to access them.

The list of speakers includes: Matt Torcasio of the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation, Stuart Barton of Banyule Community Health and Shawn Wilkey who is the Community Manager of Carlton Football Club. A $200 voucher for sports equipment will be provided to any clubs that attend.

The next session will take place at the Epping Football Club on Monday, 2 June at 7pm. For more information, visit: http://www.nfl.org.au/fileadmin/user_upload/2014_documents/Responsible_Gambling_Awareness_Program_Flyer.pdf.

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