Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients and their families and friends may wish to ask the doctor the following questions related to gambling addiction:

1. How can I tell if my gambling is out of control?
   
   
2. If I only gamble occasionally, do I have a problem?
   
   
3. Do I have any disorders that coexist with my gambling addiction?
   
   
4. What type of treatment may be right for me? Can you recommend a therapist, mental health professional, group or other setting that may benefit me?
   
   
5. What types of medications should I take, and what are their side effects?
   
   
6. What type of psychotherapy may be appropriate for me?
   
   
7. What treatment side effects or changes should I immediately report to you?
   
   
8. Can I still gamble once in treatment for a gambling addiction?
   
   
9. When am I no longer at risk of pathological gambling?
   
   
10. Are my children at greater risk for compulsive gambling or other addictions? What can I do to help prevent the development of this behavior?