• Nine Tail Ouroboros posted an update in the group Group logo of CommunityCommunity 3 years ago

    How do you help a family member who seems present, shows all signs of suicidal (without being suicidal) and is getting increased gambling addiction? They refuse to stop going, refuse to talk about it (except to ask for more money) and are spending money that isn’t theirs. They’re generally very listless and claim someone is out to get them, wit…[Read more]

    • JerMe replied 3 years ago

      Gambling is such a terribly insidious disease. It sounds as though they are completely numb – numb to everything around them. Sadly there isn’t a single right answer to resolve any of it. However what comes to mind is an intervention. Perhaps that would “awaken” them to their destructive ways? I think it’s important for problem gamblers to know…[Read more]

    • Ken L replied 3 years ago

      Hi Nine
      Sadly most CGs have to hit their bottom before they will reach out for support
      I have included a link to Gam Anon which is a program to help the friends and family of the CG.
      Lots of good info there and answer to your questions and due to Covid19 they have many virtual meetings.
      And when the gambler that you are concerned about wants…[Read more]