Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month. According to the Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling, this behavior affects physical and mental health, and can lead to increased risk of suicidal thoughts or actions, particularly as a result of shame or unmanageable debt. If you are concerned that you may have a gambling problem, a free online self-assessment tool is available to help determine if help might be needed. Counseling for Maryland residents with gambling problems is available at no cost regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. For more information and help for problem gambling call, text, or chat 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537).

March is also Social Work Month. This year's theme is “Social Work: Compassion + Action” in recognition of the empathy and caring that social workers have while working on the frontlines to help people with mental health and substance misuse issues. We would like to thank the many social workers in our county for their hard work and dedication to helping their community

If you are in crisis and need help, our Warmline is open 24/7 at 410-768-5522.

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