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Help for Gambling Problems
Hear real stories of inspiration and motivation, knowing you’re not alone
Ep. 74 - Gambling Urges: What’s Going on in the Brain
Learn more about gambling urges and what’s going on in the brain. Why urges happen. How to recognize your triggers and urges. How to cope with and decrease urges. Understanding more will help you to have more control.
Ep. 73 - Finding Freedom Through Connection
Hear from someone who is more than three years away from his last bet. He talks about making amends with his wife and family, letting go of guilt, and how the support and accountability from connecting with others in recovery has kept him on track.
Ep. 72 - “Free” Online Gambling Games
There are lots of options for free slots, poker and sports betting online. Learn about the unexpected risks and costs of playing on the free gambling apps and websites, particularly if you’re trying to pull back from gambling. Two former gamblers tell us why they said “enough is enough” to free play.
Ep. 71 - What it Takes to Stop Gambling: Making Your Recovery Plan
When you’ve already taken those hard steps to pull back from gambling and face the fall out, you want to keep the momentum going, right? We guide you through making a personal recovery plan, so you can feel more confident about staying on track.
Ep.70 - What it Takes to Stop Gambling: Accountability Partners
There’s an important step that often gets missed when stopping gambling. This involves asking someone who knows about gambling issues or addiction to help watch out for signs that you’re at risk to gamble again. Keep reading and learn more.
Ep. 69 - What it Takes to Stop Gambling: Predict and Prepare for Trip Ups
Want to make sure that you don’t get pulled back into a gambling problem? Then know what to watch out for. Keep reading to learn about common ways people get pulled into a relapse. We also offer tips for identifying signs that you are at risk to gamble again.
Ep. 68 - What it Takes to Stop Gambling: Honesty and Willingness
What does it take to stop gambling and stay stopped? In this first of a four part series, we focus on the importance of being honest with yourself about the impact of gambling on your life. We also invite you to take a risk and try different approaches. Keep reading and get inspired!
Ep. 67 - Let’s Talk About Gambling in Our Communities
We’re all aware of the risks of smoking, drinking and drugs. But what about gambling? Let’s open up conversations about how to keep gambling in balance, protect those who are more at risk for gambling problems, and support those who have been negatively impacted. Keep reading and listen to this episode to learn more!
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. 64 - Will I Switch to Another Bad Habit or Addiction?
When dealing with gambling problems, many people worry about switching to another bad habit or addiction. Keep reading so you are more informed about switching addictions and better able to prevent it from happening to you.
Ep. 63 - Sports Betting: A Hidden Problem on Campuses
About 67% of college students bet on sports in the U.S. But, the tricky thing is that when it becomes a problem, it is typically hidden. Hear Saul’s story of sports gambling getting out of control in college and what helped him to stop.