Obviously everyone is different and gambling has affected us all in different ways. But we all have one thing in common . We are addicts. And no matter what anyone says or thinks it is absolutely as real and for most of us more real than other addictions. But I will say this. Gamcare started as a way for me to feel better about myself, by seeing others go through what i did or worse in cases. And sadly before I joined up i genuinely thought I was the only person on earth that gambling had become a serious problem.!!that was of course naive of me.Â
But, without going into the disturbing details. A member of this team after live chatting with me asked to speak on the phone. 2 hours he talked to me. Without knowing it he saved my life. Anytime I feel low or relapse. I come her. I will never go back to that dark place. And I would encourage anyone who feels s**t, to contact them. Youd be surprised how good it feels saying how you feel to stranger who doesnt judge you. Good luck everyone and keep fighting!
Thanks for your post Don1993,
It is good to read that you have found that using support has been helpful to you, and that you encourage others here to use that help too.
Take care,
Adam.
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