It's so scary. A member of my family lost many thousands gambling and almost lost his marriage too. He told me he knew he was really up the creek when he went to Gamblers Anonymous and realised he was the only person there who hadn't (yet) done time in prison.
Very moving story. I consider myself fortunate to have broken my gambling addiction after 30+ years. There was zero help from Gamcare or the NHS, I ended up paying to be treated privately which worked for me. Far more regulation is needed as well as proper help for people who get caught in the gambling trap.
Thanks for your comment Paul. It can’t have been an easy story to read given your personal experience. Rob’s book is excellent if you get the chance to read it and talks a lot about the lack of support for people who struggle with gambling addictions. All the best. Dan.
This is an excellent piece. As a former debt adviser at CAB, I came across several cases of gambling debt of those in benefits hoping to get big wins to get them out of poverty.
I would like to know how we compare with other countries. Is their gambling more regulated, and is that linked to fewer casualties? Similarly, do we have statistics to show how deregulation increased the harm done here?
It's so scary. A member of my family lost many thousands gambling and almost lost his marriage too. He told me he knew he was really up the creek when he went to Gamblers Anonymous and realised he was the only person there who hadn't (yet) done time in prison.
Very interesting article Thankyou
Very interesting and moving article Thankyou
A sad, sad story. My best wishes to Mr & Mrs Richie.
Another powerful thought provoking piece.
Very moving story. I consider myself fortunate to have broken my gambling addiction after 30+ years. There was zero help from Gamcare or the NHS, I ended up paying to be treated privately which worked for me. Far more regulation is needed as well as proper help for people who get caught in the gambling trap.
nice link to the Park Hill story- no one tires of it- we live here ( phase 1) and love it
Thanks Mick 🙏
Thanks for your comment Paul. It can’t have been an easy story to read given your personal experience. Rob’s book is excellent if you get the chance to read it and talks a lot about the lack of support for people who struggle with gambling addictions. All the best. Dan.
This is an excellent piece. As a former debt adviser at CAB, I came across several cases of gambling debt of those in benefits hoping to get big wins to get them out of poverty.
I would like to know how we compare with other countries. Is their gambling more regulated, and is that linked to fewer casualties? Similarly, do we have statistics to show how deregulation increased the harm done here?