Per the National Council on Problem Gambling, around 2.2% of NC adults suffer from gambling-related issues. While the percentage may seem small, it represents more than 172,000 individuals suffering from problem gambling. Furthermore, there is a massive casino being built in Charlotte, planned for a 2024 open, with an already-operating temporary casino in place. Local news outlets have reported on the possibility of more gambling addiction in-state.
Gambling isn’t just an issue in The Tar Heel State. It’s an issue nationwide. Nine out of ten Americans have gambled at least once, and 6 out of 10 Americans gamble at least once a year. Around 6% of us report having gambling issues, and around 1% of us report a severe gambling addiction. One percent of the American population is over 3.3 million people. Fortunately, there’s help available to you, at no cost. Let us help you stop problem gambling today.
Gambling Addiction Hotline
This free and anonymous helpline is available 24/7 for anyone in the US to call and receive guidance and resources on problem gambling. Call 844-779-2637 to be connected with a specialist, or click here to visit the hotline’s website which offers more information and multiple external links. The hotline provides support for all forms of addiction and/or crisis. Call today.
NCCPG
The North Carolina Council on Problem Gambling exists to help residents with their gambling issues. Call 336-681-8516 to reach the council directly, (NOT A HELPLINE), or click here to visit the website’s resources page. The NCCPG defers helpline callers to the NCPG (see below).
NCPG Hotline
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) has existed to help problem gamblers for fifty years now. It offers a 24/7 helpline for anyone suffering from gambling addiction. Call or text 1-800-522-4700 to reach a specialist, or click here to visit the website which offers a chat feature.