Wife Has Gambling Problem

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  1. I Think My Wife Has A Gambling Problem
  2. Wife Has Gambling Problem And Needs Money
  3. Wife Has Gambling Problem

Being a compulsive gambler can harm your health and relationships, and leave you in serious debt.

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If you have a problem with gambling and you'd like to stop, support and treatment is available.

  1. The first step was to convince her that there was a gambling problem. Since the relationship was strong, we used a cooperative approach. One goal was to set financial boundaries and make it obvious when those boundaries were threatened. For that, he needed to be aware of her gambling and be able to discuss her financial breaches without accusing her.
  2. Last April, Kirsten didn't come home from work until 4 a.m. Which made Brandon realize she was still gambling after she promised she would stop.
  3. Gambling is not a financial problem, but an emotional problem that has financial consequences. It also impacts the way in which the person with the disorder relates to his or her family and friends.

GA can and will work for those who are willing to admit that they're powerless over gambling and can openly admit it. I'm a compulsive gambler and haven't gambled in 4 yr. You have every right to be angry with her, however you'll have to accept the burden of making sure the bills get paid. Her gambling problem and begin to take care of your and your family’s needs. GET HELP AND SUPPORT It is very difficult to cope alone when a partner/family member has a gambling problem. Here are some suggestions. Talking to someone within your own social circle/clubs/church that you know is a good listener and who will not judge you or your.

Are you a problem gambler?

Wife Has Gambling Problem

Try this questionnaire:

  • Do you bet more than you can afford to lose?
  • Do you need to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling?
  • Have you tried to win back money you have lost (chasing losses)?
  • Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?
  • Have you wondered whether you have a problem with gambling?
  • Has your gambling caused you any health problems, including feelings of stress or anxiety?
  • Have other people criticised your betting or told you that you had a gambling problem (regardless of whether or not you thought it was true)?
  • Has your gambling caused any financial problems for you or your household?
  • Have you ever felt guilty about the way you gamble or what happens when you gamble?

Score 0 for each time you answer 'never'
Score 1 for each time you answer 'sometimes'
Score 2 for each time you answer 'most of the time'
Score 3 for each time you answer 'almost always'

If your total score is 8 or higher, you may be a problem gambler.

Wife Has Gambling Problem

Help for problem gamblers

There's evidence that gambling can be successfully treated in the same way as other addictions. Cognitive behavioural therapy usually has the best results.

Treatment and support groups are available for people who want to stop gambling:

GamCareGamCare offers free information, support and counselling for problem gamblers in the UK.

It runs the National Gambling Helpline (0808 8020 133) and also offers face-to-face counselling.

National Problem Gambling Clinic If you live in England or Wales, are aged 13 or over and have complex problems related to gambling, you can refer yourself to this specialist NHS clinic for problem gamblers.

See if you meet the criteria for this service.

Gordon Moody Association The Gordon Moody Association offers residential courses for men and women who have problems with gambling – email help@gordonmoody.org.uk or call 01384 241292 to find out more.

It also runs the Gambling Therapy website, which offers online support to problem gamblers and their friends and family.

Gamblers Anonymous UKGamblers Anonymous UK runs local support groups that use the same 12-step approach to recovery from addiction as Alcoholics Anonymous. There are also GamAnon support groups for friends and family.

Self-help tips for problem gamblers

Do:

  • pay important bills, such as your mortgage, on payday before you gamble
  • spend more time with family and friends who don't gamble
  • deal with your debts rather than ignoring them – visit the National Debtline for tips

Don't:

  • view gambling as a way to make money – try to see it as entertainment instead
  • bottle up your worries about your gambling – talk to someone
  • take credit cards with you when you go gambling

For more self-help tips, see the Royal College of Psychiatrists website.

If you're affected by someone's gambling

If you're having problems because of another person's gambling, it's best to be honest with them about it. They need to know how their behaviour is affecting you.

Support is also available to people who are worried about someone else's gambling:

I Think My Wife Has A Gambling Problem

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GamCare Gamcare offers support and information for partners, friends and family of people who gamble compulsively.

GamAnon
Local support groups for anyone affected by someone else's gambling problem – find your nearest group.

Wife Has Gambling Problem And Needs Money

Real stories of recovery from gambling

Tell your own story and post messages of support in the GamCare recovery diaries forum.

Wife Has Gambling Problem

Page last reviewed: 31 December 2017
Next review due: 31 December 2020