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Gambling the problems it causes and how we can solve them
Endrit Beka
COMM 11000 Essential Communication Skills
March 28th, 2023
Introduction
Gambling addiction is a growing issue in Canada that affects not only individuals but also their families and communities. This report defines a community engagement project aimed at addressing the problem of gambling addiction in Canada. The community issue that this report proposes to respond to is the increasing number of individuals who suffer from gambling addiction in the country. The proposed action that I recommend taking involves increasing awareness of gambling addiction and providing support to those who are affected by it, both through volunteering and through community outreach
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Gambling addictions aren't just a personal problem, it affects everyone around that person such as their family and community. People with these addictions often have financial struggles which then lead to relationship problems and mental health issues and this causes lots of stress and conflict within the family. Additionally, gambling could cause increased crime rates as those who are addicted may resort to anything be it legal or illegal to finance their addiction, this makes it important for the whole community as crime affects everyone
Proposed Action
The suggested course of action entails raising public awareness of gambling addiction and offering assistance to those who are impacted by it through volunteerism and community outreach initiatives. We suggest a concept for community involvement where volunteers assist those with gambling addiction by offering assistance and resources. For this project, local groups like Gamblers
Anonymous and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health would collaborate
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Workshops, support groups, and counseling services are just a few examples of the kind of programs available to help persons impacted by gambling addiction. Community outreach initiatives can also assist spread knowledge about the issue of gambling addiction and educate people about the dangers of gaming.
Impact of Proposed Action
Initiatives to reach out to the community can be effective weapons in the fight against gambling addiction. The types of programs available to assist people affected by gambling addiction include workshops, support groups, and counseling services, to name just a few. Community outreach programs can help raise awareness of the problem of gambling addiction and inform individuals about the risks of gaming.
The reduced financial and emotional stress on individuals and families afflicted by gambling addiction is a direct result of these activities. People with gambling addictions can get the assistance they need to beat their addiction and stop accruing more debt by offering them support and tools. Community outreach projects can also aid in preventing people from ever becoming gambling addicts by increasing awareness and educating the public.