We are sharing the following on behalf of Samaritans. We understand this is a sensitive and difficult topic, so please only engage if you feel comfortable and safe to do so. You can also withdraw your involvement at any stage, and further support can be accessed via both the National Gambling Helpline (0808 80 20 133) and Samaritans (116 123).
Samaritans are exploring what changes are needed to make the gambling industry a safer space. We want to identify how difficult relationships with gambling may impact on a person’s wellbeing and how this might relate to thoughts and feelings around suicide. Â
Samaritans would like to hear from:
The research will be carried out as a one-to-one interview over a video call, lasting about an hour with an experienced interviewer, and everything you share will be kept strictly confidential.Â
Your insights will help Samaritans to develop recommendations for changes in the way the UK gambling industry support individuals experiencing severe distress or suicidal thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
To find out more, please email [email protected]
We are available 24 hours a day, every day of the year. You can also contact us for free on 0808 80 20 133. If you would like to find out more about the service before you start, including information on confidentiality, please click below. Call recordings and chat transcripts are saved for 28 days for quality assurance.
