This virtual training explores the intersections between problem gambling and violence prevention specifically focusing on intimate partner violence and domestic violence. Participants will learn how socioecological approaches used in violence prevention can also apply to problem gambling prevention efforts. The session will highlight shared risk and protective factors, offer practical strategies for prevention, and introduce tools and resources that can be used when working with individuals at risk.

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This training utilizes a combination of didactic presentation and interactive case studies and focuses on problem gambling and suicide prevention concepts and terminology, the similarities and differences between problem gambling and suicide prevention, how to assess if an individual has a problem gambling disorder or is at risk for suicide, and questions and strategies to ask to get the individual the support they need.

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Approximately 1 in 10 people with problem gambling disorder report being concerned about their substance use, and research shows that people with a history of substance misuse are at higher risk for problem gambling. There is a complex relationship between problem gambling and substance misuse and a clear intersection between these behavioral health issues. This training explores problem gambling concepts and terminology, the similarities and differences between problem gambling and substance misuse, implications for prevention and intervention strategies, as well as opportunities for collaboration between the substance misuse and problem gambling prevention fields.

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