OAPCG recommends the following:

Recommended Reading:

• In the Shadow of Chance, Julian L. Taber (2001)
  Explores the gambler's distortions of thought, personal agony and social destruction caused by gambling addiction.
• Pathological Gambling: A Critical Review, National Research Council (1999)
  In depth review and information on prevalence of pathological and problem gambling as well as its effects on individuals, relationships, and society.
• The Chase, Henry R. Lesieur (1984)
  Social forces facing the compulsive gambler.
• When the Chips are Down, Rachel A. Volberg (2001)
  Provides readers with an understanding of the challenges posed by problem gamblers to policy makers and the general public.
• When Luck Runs Out, Robert Custer and Harry Milt (1985)
  A complete examination of pathological gambling and its treatment.

For Friends and Friends:

• Behind the 8-Ball, Linda Berman and Mary-Ellen Siegel (1992)
  Written as a supportive guide for spouses and those affected by the behaviors of a compulsive gambler.
• Don't Leave it to Chance, Federman, Drebing, and Krebs (2000)
  Research and general information and practical advise on problem gambling.
• Losing Your Shirt, Mary Heinemann (1992)
  Approaches for families in dealing with problem gambling.

For Clinical Professionals:

• Counseling Problem Gamblers, Joseph W. Ciarrocchi (2002)
  Comprehensive, user-friendly source for understanding and treating pathological gambling.
• Understanding & Treating the Pathological Gambler, Robert Ladouceur (2002)
  An overview of treatments that have been used for pathological gambling and a review of the difficulties encountered in the process of therapy.