So I went to join gamcare and realised I already did, 11 years ago at the age of 22. How ridiculous I have let this go on so long. I have a problem with online gambling, mainly bingo and slots. It hasn't caused any problems with paying bills or anything just yet but I'm getting myself out of it before it does. I have just spent this morning, 2 deposits, the timer in the corner didn't even get past 3 minutes on each deposit. just P****d away in less that 5 minutes. I have a husband and son who deserve so much more than this. I am really anxious and I am under treatment for high blood pressure. I am absolutely convinced it's because of gambling. This is reading like a ramble but basically I have to stop before this problem gets completely out of control. Cold turkey it is. I do need to find something else that can distract me when the feeling to gamble starts, I have a rowing machine gathering dust perhaps it's time that got some use....
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Thank you admin ? I have been and had a few hours fresh air and feeling really positive about quitting now, I do realise I will have a long road ahead and it won't be easy but it's something I can definitely do.Â
I would recommend going to a physical GA meeting to potentially get more help if you think it’s required. I remember when I started small and it progressively got worse over he years as my compulsion to gamble was more important than eating.
I hope you find help here on the website and elsewhere, going cold turkey is hard without distractions and help from loved ones and fellow like minded people who understand your situation.
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dave101
Hi same as you what was a bit of fun turned into something more..
I'd deposit lose and then try and get my money back as the guilt of spending and losing it and this was my cycle however the last few weeks got worse I was putting more and more money on until I'd blown my.moths wages..
But the next day I thought I can't do thus anymore 9 days gf today and I'm not half as stressed and starting to enjoy life a lot more good luck in ur journey if u need to talk do it we are all here for each other x
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