Hello. My name is Chad. I'm 43 years old and I'm back after years away. Not from gambling mind. Ive been gambling now for 25 years my whole adult life. My mental health has always been very poor. For example I have depression, anxiety, panic attacks, O.C.D and paranoia which I take medication for. Today is day zero for me again. I have borrowed from family and friends just to get by with food and my close family are tiring of me now. Its a lot for them to put up with I understand. My vice is roulette. I have self excluded from bookmakers and arcades (except one) and also have gamstop on my phone and this week I will be attending my first in person meeting. Is anyone else in the same situation where they are rock bottom and have no money for food and bills because of gambling? Be good to talk to anyone who is in the same position or has been. Thanks for reading.
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