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  • Essay / Film Analysis: Film Analysis “Rounders”

    Therapy is very active and usually includes assignment of homework, feedback, and direction from the therapist. Once their perceptions are identified, clients are guided toward alternative ways of thinking that, in theory, will lead to reduced play or greater control over play. One common exercise is to describe life situations at risk likely to trigger a relapse. Once identified, the therapist and client will create a problem-solving approach on how to avoid or manage this situation. Limited access to money and/or increasing the degree of difficulty in gambling are techniques used in behavioral therapy. Fong's (2005) study found the following: "Recovering gamblers are encouraged to remove themselves from casino mailing lists, meet with a financial planner, cancel all credit cards, and relinquish control of their money to another person. Each behavioral intervention is designed to increase the difficulty of accessing money for gambling. » This method would suit Mike because Mike always had access to money stashed around the house. Mike was so addicted that he spent all the money he had and had to borrow money from other people. Additionally, throughout the film he always had easy access to