i need help

Hello Elka.

Really wish I had the answer.

But there is help out there and all on these diarys are striving to find a better way of life.

start up your own diary, face up and rise above the a diction. Share and post your thoughts. Be kind to your self and proud of your self that youve even found these diarys.

start with the basics, hand over your finances, share/ talk with friends/ family. Keep your self busy, self exclude.

keep safe Elka and keep learning.

Wishing you strength and wellness

Hi elka and welcome,

I would have responded sooner but I've had some urgent family business to do.

Anyway, it's good that you have arrived at the Forum. You must seek professional help as soon as possible. Contact Gamcare and explain you situation to them. Are you in the UK or in another country ? If you are not in UK Gamcare should have some ideas for you.

Put blocks on online gambling sites using K9 (free to download) and have someone else set the password for you. Place your finances in the hands of a trusted family member. You have to put as many barriers in place as you can to prevent you from gambling.

If you are very depressed see your doctor and discuss it in confidence. They may arrange counselling for you.

Is there anyone at all in your family that you can discuss the stolen money situation with ?

I know I've repeated some of what Volcano has posted but they have posted good sense and you should use it to your advantage.

Keep coming back to the Forum and reading some of the success stories on here. You can have a great life ahead of you without gambling. You will be one of those people if you seek help now. It's very much one day at a time and I've got to Day85 "clean" with the help of this site. You can do the same.

Take Care Now.

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