Gambling problem

As some of yous might know I decided back at end of last year to stop gambling. This was because I realised I was betting money I couldn't really afford to lose and this was affecting those around me. I didn't seek any outside help for this and just cancelled accounts etc and wasnt finding it as hard as I expected it to be.

That was until this week. With the hype around Cheltenham I found myself setting up new accounts etc and have been betting away with no real thought on what else I could do with the money. That was until today when I spent money I owed my sister and now I feel really bad about everything and realise I might need to get some help on this issue after I see how easy I slipped right back into it. Wondering if anyone has any info on people who deal with this type of addition

Ringerbell fair play for coming on here and seeking some help with this. 

Very hard time of the year.
Best of luck

Here you go pal, best of luck

http://mindingyourhead.info/service/gamblers-anonymous-lderry

A friend of mine had to do 6 weeks in the Rutland clinic, he was a lose everything and was terrible. Best thing he has ever done

Your situation doesn't sound that bad but it could go that way, if not checked properly.

As you have already given it up for a good while, it shows you can.

Best of luck

irish_major wrote: Good man ringerbell. Keep the head up, i can only imagine how tough it is. Ive had some good days and some bad days, i wouldnt say im addicted but can see how people get really roped in. Avoid the tips thread and threads like cheltenham for starters, just completely ignore them. Dont be too upset, im sure your sister will understand. Take it one day at a time and you'll be grand.  At the end of the day its only money

At the end of the day it's his life, not only money, addicts can and have lost homes, businesses, families etc.

A very brave move to post the issue here, or anywhere publically and he will need plenty of support.

ringerbell wrote: Cheers everyone good to see people willing to help me. I feel so bad about it that this time I'm determined to give it up for good. Will keep yous updated on how it going

Fair play really , hard to come out and say these things but at least you now you have a problem and you need to act on it sooner than later . Great advice from others also

ShayGivensBum wrote: Secondly I would recommend you contact Gamcare (They offer a chat service there's the link -   http://www.gamcare.org.uk/chat2/) They will give you tips and advice.  Good luck with giving it up again

Just signed up to this site so that's the 1st step. Last year I didn't feel the need to tell anyone or look for help as thought I could do this by myself but knw now its easier to beat with help from others

Can only echo what's been said before best of luck and hope you get sorted