Sports betting has exploded in popularity. If you’re finding that betting with friends is turning into a habit that’s taking up more and more time and focus, keep reading and listen to this episode. We offer guidance on how to step back.

In this insightful interview, a seasoned member of Gam-Anon with 50-years of experience, offers guidance and help for those impacted by a loved one's gambling addiction. Here about the difference between support and enabling and how to detach with love.

Has gambling got you down? You're not the only one. Keep reading and tune in to this episode of our podcast to hear what you can do about it. Hear from Chris who got hooked by the thrill of gambling at an early age. Learn how online gambling pulled him down and what helped him to turn things around.

Although gambling is marketed as entertainment, many believe that more needs to be done to protect the public from gambling related harms - especially those who are most vulnerable. Learn more about who is at risk and options for the the gambling industry and government to share more responsibilty for limiting gambling harms.

Hear a personal view of working through the 12 Steps of Recovery. Learn what’s involved with each step and how you can connect with this program. Our guest shares how the 12 Steps helped her to stop gambling and provided a guide for living a better life.

It can be done. You can stop gambling, deal with the financial ruin, and rebuild trust with important people. You can also put things in place to prevent a relapse. Laura shares her story of how she did this.

Did you know that living with chronic pain and health issues increases your risk for gambling problems? Keep reading and listen to this episode to find out why. Plus, the importance of getting help for pain and illness as part of recovery.

There are so many people dealing with gambling problems. It just makes sense to connect, learn from each other, and get support. Learn about two options for finding online meetings: Gamblers, Family and Friends in Recovery and Recovery Road online.

Is it time to make a change? Maybe you’re ready to do things differently with gambling. Maybe you’ve stopped gambling and want to make other changes. Keep reading for guidance on how to get a good start, keep it going, and get back on track if you have a setback.

Learn about five “mind traps” that commonly show up with problem gambling. Recognizing these can help you to step back and make clear decisions about your next move.

Grief and loss can trigger gambling problems. Learn why this happens and how to help yourself if you’ve been struggling with both issues. Personal stories and tips from a counsellor are shared.

Hear from someone who learned her husband had a gambling problem seven years into their marriage. Learn how they found a way forward both emotionally and financially. She shares the wisdom from Gam-Anon members and how to connect with this support.