Hi all,
Just wanted to drop a quick message to say hi and that I've come seeking support.
I'm a 34 year old male in job of responsibility however I'm addicted to online slots and play daily. I have won and lost a lot of money however as we all know really we only lose.
My addiction has affected my home life yet or financially however it does have the potential to do so. I'm in desperate need of guidance from recovering gamblers and how best to tackle the addiction.
I have self excluded from 99% of the Internet sites however I always find one more site to stick my money into. Can anyone recommend some good gambling blocker software for android devices as this is where my problem lays.
I'm also here to listen to others who might be in the same position and help out where I can to support others as we are all in this together and I think we can get each other through it.
Cheers
Ollie
Hello Ollie, welcome to the forum mate. Firstly, sign up to GamStop.
It’s an online register that will block you from any UK regulated online sites for up to 5 years. It’s an absolute must if you’re serious about kicking gambling into touch.
It’ll also automatically self exclude you from any online sites that you’re currently signed up to.
It’s a game changer mate and one that I made a few months back and haven’t looked back since.
Good luck Ollie. Keep us updated.
Dan
Hi Ollie, best of luck to you. Maybe consider keeping a diary going so you can keep track of your addiction. It can help you get things off your chest.
It has to be gamstop mate
Thanks all for your replies. I've signed up to the gamstop register and think it's a great idea.
Instantly feel ever so slightly better tackling the problem head on.
Ollie
Hi Ollie, I was very much like that, daily slots play and yet I found it so exhausting and stressful! I think you also need to come up with something else to do with your time - for the last couple of weeks I've found it hard to be online and so have thrown myself into reading and dog walking... still, slowly paying off debts does feel good! Good Luck!
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