Spending more money on gambling than originally planned on a regular basis
Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, loneliness, or financial pressure
Increasing bet sizes in an attempt to recover previous losses
Feeling restless or irritable when unable to gamble or when trying to stop
Lying to family, friends, or employer about gambling activity or losses
Borrowing money, selling assets, or using bill money to fund gambling
Neglecting work, family responsibilities, or social activities because of gambling
Repeated unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
Thinking obsessively about gambling — reliving past wins or planning next sessions
Mood that is heavily influenced by gambling wins and losses