Don’t know if I can get over the betrayal

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Partner planned to end his life, and the following day he told me he had £55k debt from gambling.

This has been going on for four years without my knowledge. We have 3 children and got married last year.

I have gone from feeling terrified and scared over him wanting to end his life to angry, confused and resentful.

I don’t know if I will ever be able to fully trust him again, and I feel terrible for my kids if I make the decision to leave the relationship. I also feel extremely guilty towards my partner that I have these feelings while he is obviously very vulnerable. 

This happened very recently, but I feel very confused about the future. 

 

 
Posted : 10th June 2026 9:25 pm
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Hi there,

I'm so sorry you're going through this, it sounds like an incredibly difficult time for all of you and it's important that you know there is support for everyone, we support both people who gamble and their families, anyone affected by gambling can reach out to our Helpline 24/7 at 0808 8020 133. We offer emotional support and free 1-1, please contact us to discuss this anytime. You can also reach out to the National Debtline for free advice.

There is urgent mental health support available 24/7 via 111 option 2 and the Samaritans are available via 116 123, it can also be worth reaching out to the GP for support.

Please remember to look after your own mental health too during this time, you are not alone and we are here every step of the way for anyone affected by gambling. You can access further support through GamAnon who are there for loved ones affected by gambling: https://gamanon.org.uk/

We are always there for you, take care of yourself and I'm glad you reached out to the forum for support, 

All the best,

Ally, Forum Admin

 
Posted : 10th June 2026 10:46 pm
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Hi Mil

As Ally said, please reach out and talk to the advisors on here as they can give some very good advice and support for you.

The trust can be rebuilt if you want to stay together and I know that sounds tough right now. Has he tried GA ?

 
Posted : 10th June 2026 10:50 pm
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My partner took my bank card several weeks ago and spent £200.00 gambling in the local betting shop. I felt utterly betrayed, I did get the money back and we spilt up.

We've started to talk last weekend and he wants to try again but I'm just so unsure what to do. I've not shared with my family and friends were talking and I feel like I'm lieing to them. I have major trust issues following my late mam's death and her partner financially abusing her

 

 
Posted : 11th June 2026 3:55 pm

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