Stop Gambling for Good Overcome Reckless Risk Taking with Dr. Prasad's Proven Program

by Prasad, Balasa; Whitney, Catherine

• ISBN13: 9781583332351
• ISBN10: 1583332359
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2005-10-20
• Publisher: Avery Trade

Summary

Learn to make responsible choices and put an end to compulsive betting, spending, and risk-taking. Many people make trips to the casinos, or play their favorite numbers in the lotto. But when does a harmless pastime become a dangerous addiction? Even "successful" gamblers who don't bet more than they can afford to lose could still be acting out an unhealthy compulsion. Applying Dr. Balasa Prasad's method, gamblers-whether a regular at OTB or a reckless spender -can learn to identify their psychological motivations for gambling. The book's six-step plan shows readers how to take responsible risks in life without gambling away security, money, or happiness.

Author Biography

Balasa Prasad, M.D., is a psychiatrist who has helped thousands of patients overcome their addictions at his behavior management clinic in Mount Vernon, New York.

Table of Contents

Introduction: The Slippery Slope	1	(8)
Part One The Gambler's Mind
Life Is a Gamble	9	(8)
A Problem of the Mind, Not the Brain	17	(20)
The Two Faces of Reckless Gambling	37	(34)
Part Two The Prasad Method: Mind over Habit
Step 1 Understand Why You Must Stop Gambling	71	(5)
Step 2 Determine Your Depth of Addiction	76	(10)
Step 3 Identify Your Addictive Profile	86	(13)
Step 4 Make the Break	99	(3)
Step 5 Become a Responsible Gambler	102	(17)
Step 6 Live Your Life to the Fullest	119	(6)
Appendix: Ask Dr. Prasad	125	(6)
Index	131