🫂 The Arizona Division of Problem Gambling offers resources for all Arizonans who could be impacted by #ProblemGambling. 📲 Text NEXTSTEP to 53342

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#ProblemGambling can impact more than a person's finances. Gambling addiction can also impact: 🫂 Personal Relationships 💼 Work or School 🧠 Physical and Mental Health 24/7 problem gambling support is available. Text NEXTSTEP to 53342 or visit ProblemGambling.az.gov.
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🫸 Self-care includes knowing when to take a step back. 💭 Consider self-excluding from #gambling if it's negatively impacting your #mentalhealth. ➡️ Take the #NextStep today and visit problemgambling.az.gov/self-… for more info. 🫂 Help is available and it works.
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💬 It's okay to ask for help, to feel vulnerable, and to need support for #ProblemGambling. 🫂 It's okay to not be okay. In #Arizona, help with #ProblemGambling is available 24/7 by texting NEXTSTEP to 53342 or by visiting ProblemGambling.az.gov.
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💭 DPG has training designed for Licensed Professional Counselors and other Master’s-level clinicians or Certified Addiction Professionals and Bachelor’s level clinicians working to aid problem gamblers. 👉 Learn more about the training at problemgambling.az.gov/train….
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🫂 Recovery starts with taking the #NextStep. 👉 Help with #ProblemGambling is available and it works. 📲 Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP or 🤳 Text NEXTSTEP to 53342 for free 24/7 help in #Arizona. 🔗 Visit ProblemGambling.az.gov for more information and resources.
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👉 This self-assessment on our site will help you figure out if there is a problem, but only a professional can diagnose if it is a gambling problem, a different problem, or both. 💬 Take the screening quiz today: problemgambling.az.gov/resou….
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➡️ Recovery starts with taking the #NextStep. 📲 When you text NEXTSTEP to 53342, you will be speaking confidentially with a master’s level clinician who will ask you a series of questions to ensure you get the help you need. More resources available at ProblemGambling.az.gov.
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👉 Like many addictions, those who struggle with problem gambling develop a tolerance and have to up their dose of #gambling to fulfill their fix. 🫂 If this sounds like you or someone you know, #ProblemGambling help is available in #Arizona at ProblemGambling.az.gov.
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📢 Join our team! We're hiring a Programs Coordinator to ⤵️ 🤝 Support strategic initiatives 💬 Serve as a point of contact for Division functions 📁 Maintain records and data 📲 Apply today: azstatejobs.gov/jobs/search ➡️ "DEPT OF GAMING". 🗓️ Now closing tomorrow, 9/18/26.
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On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we remember the heroes, loved ones, and first responders whose lives were taken. We are grateful for all those who stepped forward when they were needed most. We will never forget September 11, 2001.
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🗣️ 1 in 5 people impacted by #problemgambling have attempted suicide. 🎗️On #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, we want to help change the narrative and remind you that help is available and it works. 🫂 Text NEXTSTEP to 53342 for #problemgambling support in #Arizona.
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💭 Anyone who gambles can develop a gambling problem. 👉 #ProblemGambling doesn't discriminate and can impact anyone who gambles regardless of economic, social, cultural or levels of education. 🫂 Help is available and it works. 📲 Text NEXTSTEP to 53342 for help today.
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💬 According to a newly released Arizona survey research report, 16% of respondents agreed they have been negatively affected by the gambling behaviors of a friend, family member, coworker, or someone else they know. 🫂 Help is available at ProblemGambling.az.gov.
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📢 Join our team! We're hiring a Programs Coordinator to ⤵️ 🤝 Support strategic initiatives 💬 Serve as a point of contact for Division functions 📁 Maintain records and data 📲 Apply today: azstatejobs.gov/jobs/search ➡️ "DEPT OF GAMING". 🗓️ Closes on 9/3/26.
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🫵 If you or someone you know has taken the brave step to self-exclude from #gambling - #NextSteps should focus on ⤵️ 💪 Building strong support systems 🫂 Preventing a relapse ➕ Adopting healthy behaviors 🫶 Being gentle with yourself 👉 24/7 help at: NextStep.az.gov.
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👉 This self-assessment on our site will help you figure out if there is a problem, but only a professional can diagnose if it is a gambling problem, a different problem, or both. 💬 Take the screening quiz today: problemgambling.az.gov/resou…
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👉 Some gamblers say they are just trying to win back their money. 💬 But when they chase their losses, they end up piling up even more losses, and often debts. 🫂 If this sounds like you or someone you know, #ProblemGambling help is available 24/7 at ProblemGambling.az.gov.
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👉 People who have gambling problems generally try to hide it from the people around them. They start lying to their spouses, families, coworkers, and friends. 🫂 If this sounds like you or someone you know, help is with #ProblemGambling is available at ProblemGambling.az.gov.
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📢 The Arizona Division of Problem Gambling announced today that Arizonans enrolled in the state's gambling voluntary self-exclusion program are now eligible for no-cost financial counseling through GamFin. 👉 View the full press release here: gaming.az.gov/media-room
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👏 We’re proud to celebrate Davina Mena, Tribal Liaison for the Division, as the 2026 recipient of @NCPGambling’s Denise Phillips Culturally Responsive Community Outreach Award!
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