Posted by Cam W. on May 26, 2001, at 10:53:53
In reply to Can A.D.s help gambling Addiction?, posted by lissy on May 25, 2001, at 23:03:48
Lissy - SSRIs are used in OCD states, of which compulsive gambling is one. There has been some reports of using SSRIs for compulsive gambling (Luvox™ - fluvoxamine and Prozac™ - fluoxetine) but the results have been very mixed. Perhaps SSRIs would work better if the gambling were a result (or symptom) of a major depression. Cognitive-behavioral therapy can be effective in those who truly want to quit gambling.
I have heard of Wellbutrin™ (bupropion) working in a case of compulsive gambling after trials of a couple of SSRI did not work. I believe that the person in this case was depressed and the resolution of the depression also stopped the gambling.
I hope this is of some help - Cam
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