This score can be used without any further information, to estimate levels of risk. However, if
the individual’s level of gambling and their vulnerability factors (listed below) are known, such
information can also be used to help interpret the score.
Non-problem gambling: Score of 0 on the CPGI.
This score means that the individual is identifying no negative consequences of gambling. They may
gamble at low levels or not at all, or they may gamble at social levels that are not problematic.
Low risk gambling: Score of 1 or 2 on the CPGI
This score means that the individual is probably gambling at levels that are not leading to negative
consequences. If the person gambles frequently and/or has at least two of the vulnerability factors
listed below, this score may indicate enough risk to be explored.
Moderate risk gambling: Score between 3 and 7 on the CPGI
This score means that the individual is gambling at levels that may or may not be leading to negative
consequences. This score indicates a level of risk that should be explored, particularly if the person
gambles frequently and/or has three or four of the vulnerability factors listed below.
Problem gambling: Score between 8 and 27 on the CPGI
This score means that the individual is gambling at levels that are leading to negative consequences.
They may have lost control of their gambling behaviour. The higher their score, the heavier their
gambling, and the more vulnerability factors they have (see list below), the more severe their problem is
likely to be. These individuals should definitely be encouraged to examine their gambling behaviour
and its consequences.