Okay I'm 22 years and after 4 years of gambling I have just come to the realise that I have a big problem which I need to sort out. I would say I have lost roughly 70k in total but the biggest thing for me is having to lie to my family and I seem to be hurting them more than myself. I really don't know why I do it and feel that if I don't stop now I never will. I stopped roulette for about 4 months until I thought it was a good idea to put a football bet on and won 2k. It was my biggest mistake and ended up loosing it all plus 9k in one day. I know I can do it but I just don't know where to begin.
Hi Ben - Well done on admitting your problem and for joining us on this site - perhaps the best thing you have done in a long while.
I don't know your particular form of gambling, but if it's online, you must self-exclude from all sites and also install a blocking software program such as K9 (free). These are great barriers which will free you up to concentrate on ridding yourself of this destructive habit.
You will see from the many stories here that most of us have shared experiences, so you need never feel alone or isolated. There is so much support and advice that I am sure you will start to feel better soon. Remember one day at a time.
Best wishes for your journey.
Joanna
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