Take the Gambling Self-Assessment Quiz

Are you a high-risk gambler? If you’re worried about a gambling problem, take the Gambling Self-Assessment Quiz.

Are you worried about your gambling?

Take this short, two-minute quiz to find out how your gambling habits measure up.

Check in with yourself

Are you starting to worry about your gambling?
This quiz will give you a better idea of where you stand.

1 / 9
When you think of the past 12 months, how often…
Have you bet more than you could really afford to lose?
2 / 9
When you think of the past 12 months, how often…
Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?
3 / 9
When you think of the past 12 months, how often…
Have you gone back another day to try to win back the money you lost?
4 / 9
When you think of the past 12 months, how often…
Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?
5 / 9
When you think of the past 12 months, how often…
Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?
6 / 9
When you think of the past 12 months, how often…
Have you felt that people criticized your betting or told you that you had a gambling problem, regardless of whether or not you thought it was true?
7 / 9
When you think of the past 12 months, how often…
Have you felt guilty about the way you gamble, or what happens when you gamble?
8 / 9
When you think of the past 12 months, how often…
Has your gambling caused you any health problems, including a feeling of stress or anxiety?
9 / 9
When you think of the past 12 months, how often…
Has your gambling caused any financial problems for you or your household?
Please complete the form to see the results.

This self-assessment is based on the Canadian Problem Gambling Index. The higher your score, the greater the risk that your gambling is a problem.

* This information is not intended to be used for diagnosis, treatment, or referral services. Individuals should contact their personal physician and/or their local addiction or mental health agency for further information.

Tip: If your score indicates you might be at risk, there are options available to you. Find local help now.

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