At-Risk Gambling Warning Signs
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Which of the following is a strong warning sign of at-risk gambling behaviour?

  • Becomes angry if someone takes their favorite machine (correct)
  • Rituals or superstitious behaviours
  • Gambles most days
  • Complains about losing to staff
  • What behaviour suggests that a gambler might be at a strong risk of harm?

  • Asks to change large notes before gambling
  • Gambles for long periods without breaks
  • Gambles from opening to closing (correct)
  • Embraces rituals before playing
  • What should be done if a patron is showing two or more warning signs?

  • Suggest they take a break and leave the venue
  • Immediately confront the patron about their gambling
  • Monitor the patron's behaviour and record observations (correct)
  • Ignore the patron until concerns become serious
  • Which action demonstrates a probable warning sign related to money?

    <p>Only uses cash facilities without visiting the cashier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT classified as a general warning sign of gambling behaviour?

    <p>Tries to borrow money from staff</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is a probable warning sign related to behaviour during play?

    <p>Gambles for more than three hours without a break</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended action for a patron indicating any warning signs?

    <p>Notify the manager about the observed signs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which action would potentially indicate someone has significant distress while gambling?

    <p>Finding it hard to stop gambling at closing time</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Study Notes

    General Warning Signs of At-Risk Gambling

    • Length of play: Starting to gamble when the venue opens, or only stopping when the venue closes, gambling many days.
    • Behavior during play: Gambling on more than one machine at a time, rushing from one machine to another, significant increases in spending, complaining to staff about losing, or blaming the venue/machines for losing, rituals or superstitious behavior.

    Probable Warning Signs

    • Length of play: Finding it difficult to stop gambling at closing time.
    • Behavior during play: Gambling for long periods (three or more hours) without a proper break, playing very quickly, gambling without reacting to surroundings.

    Strong Warning Signs

    • Length of play: Gambling from opening to closing time.
    • Behavior during play: Showing distress or anger, holding head in hands, shaking, outbursts towards staff or machines.

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    This quiz focuses on identifying the general, probable, and strong warning signs of at-risk gambling behavior. Participants will learn to recognize various indicators that may suggest problematic gambling habits. Enhance your understanding of gambling behaviors to promote responsible play.

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