PEI Public Libraries Are the New Problem Gambling Support Hotspots

Problem gambling is an issue that needs constant monitoring, prevention, and mental health care that could save players quite the struggle down the road. The Canadian Mental Health Association Prince Edward Island Division is willing to step up its game and introduce more problem gambling informational resources to public libraries across the province. The Mental Health and Gambling Support Kits are projected to aid people seeking support.

Maintaining a healthy relationship with gambling and making sure that you keep your gaming habits in track are key steps on the pursuit of good mental health and staying away from gambling addiction. The Department of Health and Wellness wants to make a move in the right direction, providing the needed funding to this project. In the following few weeks, public libraries across Prince Edward Island are going to welcome the new kits.

Problem Gambling Kits Come to PEI Libraries

A total of twenty kits will be up for grabs and players willing to learn more about their gaming habits would have the chance to do so at the nearest public library. Health and Wellness Minister Robert Mitchell pointed out that the provincial government wants to ensure that all players interested in receiving guidance in trying times have the opportunity to do so.

The kits would be available for borrowing and players will have the chance to have a better look at them on their own time. Each of the two kits is a complete set of resources that have the capacity to educate people and give them a broader perspective on gaming. Even if they have not realized they have an issue, these kits could enlighten them and open their eyes.

In addition to that, the Mental Health kit is suitable for an even wider array of conditions and situations, prompting individuals to have a better look at themselves and reflect on their decision-making process. Nowadays, the Internet is considered a reliable source of information and practices that could promote better mental health, but this does not mean that traditional libraries are rendered useless.

Mental Health Support Is Crucial

Public libraries feature boundless possibilities of information sources available at all times. CMHA PEI, community development manager, Tayte Willows was eager to bring the kits closer to people interested in learning more about gambling addiction and the way in which it manifests itself in its early stages. The issue should be talked about, as this could save people’s lives and relationships.

Prince Edward Island is known for its relatively low percentage of people that have admitted to having an unhealthy relationship with gambling. About two percent of the permanent residents have sought problem gambling consultation and support at some point, but the actual percentage of people tackling this issue could be higher than expected.

Lalana Paul, community relations specialist, Department of Health and Wellness made a fair point on the subject. She clarified that the family and friends of the individual struggling with problem gambling also have to take the burden of addiction and the negative repercussions it has. In this sense, the support group of gambling enthusiasts could also find essential pieces of advice and guidance in those kits.