Announced during a press conference at the SBC Summit in Lisbon, the charity emphasised that whilst most people know how to respond to a medical emergency such as a heart attack, few people know how to react if they noticed someone struggling with gambling, or know how to recognise signs of gambling-related harm in a family member or friend.
As a result, the group’s new Gambling Support First Aid training seeks to reduce the fear and uncertainty of addressing gambling issues. It empowers individuals with the skills and knowledge to recognise and respond to signs of gambling-related harms confidently and responsibly.
In a bid to bring the course to as many people as possible, the two-day course (two full days or four half days) can be delivered online or face-to-face and is suitable for anyone aged 18 and over who is looki..