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My husband has been gambling since the day I met him. The past year or so it has gotten out of control. He has been going to a sports bar that has machines …
My Wife Is A Slot Machine Addict
My wife goes to an Indian casino in San Diego County anywhere from two to five times a month, and probably wastes at least $1,000 per month--maybe more. …
Am I Liable For My Gambler's Debt?
One of the first things that spouses of gamblers tend to focus on first is thinking about how to protect themselves and their family from the financial …
A Wife Of A Compulsive Gambler - 4 Weeks Down After Discovery
My husband is a compulsive gambler. I have known for about four weeks. I cannot be sure of the exact date; time for me has stood still. I am stuck in a …
Addiction Abstinence
As someone who has a partner that has a history of gambling addiction, I struggle with how to deal with abstinence. Once a gambling addict becomes self …
Gam-Amon is a Blessing to Me
I began attending Gam-Anon about 2 1/2 years ago; just a few days after my dad admitted to having a gambling problem. We were in emotional chaos, and the …
I Have Gambling and Mental Issues
I gambled away my money and my life. When I feel depressed for not having money, I would end up in a casino. Sometimes I won big, however, most of the …
What is the right thing to do to support a gambler?
Married for thirteen years. Have run the gamut of emotions and so called solutions. I have been reading a bunch of gamblers stories and many that are in …
How compulsive gambling destroyed our family.
I have finally had enough of my husband's gambling. I have been reflecting back on our life, and am stunned how I hid the gambling from everyone who loves …
I'm A Recovering Addicted Compulsive Gambler
My name is Catherine, and I'm a recovering addicted compulsive gambler. Jan 29th, 2014 will be my 7 year recovery B-day. As I spent time reading your website …
Shock, Fear and Guilt
My best friend confided in me recently that she may have a gambling problem.
Unknown until the last two years, she was in an abusive relationship for …
Didn't think gambling addiction could EVER happen to me - I was too smart for it
I have been blessed in one way...that I didn't lose everything that I owned or have saved... But, I've lost a lot. I've lost about 2 million dollars in …
Gamblers Anonymous Didn't Work For Me
I know that others have had very different experiences in Gamblers Anonymous, but for me it was a painful experience to say the least. Week after week …
My Compulsive Gambling Story
Thinking about my compulsive gambling story really makes me sad. I should clarify that my story is about learning that my husband has had a gambling problem …
My Gam-Anon Experience
My Gam-Anon story may not be the typical story that you'll hear. First, let me start by saying that I have gone to a ton of meetings, and I have heard …
My Son Has a Gambling Addiction Problem
Just about three years ago (it’s now July 2011), I found out about the secret gambling life a family member had been living for a very long time. It immediately …
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