Fold em Podcast:
Help for Gambling Problems
Hear real stories of inspiration and motivation, knowing you’re not alone
Ep. 86 - Someone I Care About Is Struggling With Gambling: Now What?
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.
Ep. 76 - Learning to trust again
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.
Ep. 66 - For Spouses: Feeling Grounded Again
It’s a shock to learn that your spouse has a gambling problem. It can be even harder to discover a relapse. Learn why this distress is called a “betrayal trauma” and what spouses and family can do to help themselves feel grounded again and move forward.
Ep. 65 - Taking Charge of Tough Conversations About Gambling
When you have concerns about someone’s gambling, it’s not easy to talk about. Stress and emotions are riding high for everyone involved. Keep reading for strategies to help conversations about gambling go well.
Ep. 61 - For Spouses and Family: Taking Back Your Power With Gambling Debt
When spouses and family find out about a gambling problem, financial issues come into the open. Keep reading for guidance on first steps towards finding solutions and feeling more in control.
Ep. 57 - Our Relationship and Finances Survived a Gambling Problem
Gambling problems put a huge strain on relationships and finances. Hear from a spouse whose marriage survived this. Tips for what does and doesn’t work when addresing problem gambling and its financial fall-out. Learn about Gam-Anon as a support for spouses, parents and family members impacted by gambling concerns.
Ep. 39 - I’m a Parent of Someone With a Gambling Problem. How Do I Help?
It’s stressful for parents when their adult son or daughter is dealing with gambling problems. Keep reading and listen to this episode of Fold em to learn how to offer support and work together on preventing a relapse.
Ep. 38 - Supporting Children When a Parent Has a Gambling Problem
Children may not be aware of a parent’s gambling problem, but it has an impact on them. Keep reading and listen to this episode of Fold em to learn about offering support.
Ep. 30 - How Do We Move Forward Together? Rebuilding Trust and Preventing Relapse
Gambling problems are hard on relationships. Trust, connection and communication are often strained. Looking for guidance on how to rebuild your relationship and work together on preventing relapse? Read on and tune in to this episode of the podcast.
Ep. 13 - Gambling Support for Families: Stepping Back & Setting Boundaries
Addressing gambling problems can be more like a marathon than a sprint. Read on and listen to these episodes of the podcast for real stories from family/spouses and expert advice on reaching the finish line.
Ep. 11 - Gambling Support for Families: From Coping to Moving Forward
Finding out about a loved one’s gambling problem can turn your life upside down. We help get your feet back on the ground. Hear a spouse talk about what has worked for her and what didn’t. Learn ways to talk to the gambler and encourage action in dealing with the problem. Listen in and move forward.
Ep. 10 - Effects of Gambling on Spouses & Families
This is our first of four episodes focusing on those affected by gambling problems: spouses, family & friends. Tune in to hear two spouses talk about their experiences and how they are moving forward. You don’t have to be alone with this.