GPs advised to ask mental health patients about gambling habits

New draft guidance from NICE recommends that GPs and other healthcare professionals speak to patients about their gambling habits during mental health appointments. NICE recommends this should be done in a similar way to how people are asked about their smoking and alcohol consumption. This is because people who present with depression, anxiety, or thoughts about self-harm or suicide or in relation to a possible addiction, may be at increased risk of harm from gambling. 3.8 million GB adults affected by harmful gambling Gambling is more accessible than ever before, and that latest data suggests that nearly half (44%) of