What Should Jennifer's Compulsive Gambling Behavior?

The reason for this assessment is to help Jennifer refrain from her compulsive gambling behavior. About 2 to 7 % of those who gamble compulsively, are at a higher risk for a wide range of psychosocial and possibly legal problems (Doweiko, 2015). Thereby, it is imperative that the assessor take accurate, and effective note to assure that Jennifer get the proper course of treatment. During the interview process, Jennifer tells the therapist that she is no longer capable of controlling herself. She is nervous all the time, has difficulty sleeping and thinks that her family suspects that she may have a gambling problem. According to Karter (2013), there comes a time when gambling can no longer be hidden due to financial or legal trouble. This often leads to a dramatic time for family members who find out savings are gone and property is at-risk. Trust can be lost or be replaced by anger, and good relationships can be destroyed. Thus, realizing that her gambling may have serious consequences, Jennifer has come today seeking guidance. Upon the initial assessment, the examiner must evaluate the amount of money spend each week to gamble, consider the amount of time spent at the race track, casino and look at various history such as spiritual, genetics, and psychosocial information to come up with the most advantageous care plan for Jennifer.
Upon arrival, Jennifer states that she can no longer cope with the situation that she finds herself in. According to May (1988), there comes a time when it is impossible to continue avoiding the truth. Therefore, afraid that Michael, her husband of 25 years may file for divorce and the possibility of losing everything, Jennifer realizes that she has a problem with gambling and has come seeking professional