Knowing when to seek help is the first step. Knowing from where to seek advice is equally important. Here are a few tips that will best prepare you to offer assistance:

• Be supportive, and positively reinforce even the smallest efforts toward change
• Be prepared for setbacks as a normal part of the recovery process
• Encourage fun activities besides gambling
• Educate yourself about problem gambling
• Help your friend contact a counselor or Gamblers Anonymous