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    • #54803
      KennyCZ
      Participant

      Hello I am 18 years old and I have been struggling since October 2019.
      It all started when my friend was already doing sports betting. I’ve tried sports betting won some lost some but I was really not addicted.. On the website there was (VEGAS) logo and I’ve clicked on it and tried it. I won so much money so i kept playing, then for 4 months I won around 500$ and after that I’ve started to lose
      Everything not even being able to stop myself from gambling to withdraw. Today my parents gave me money (40$) and I lost it all in one hour, thats when I realised that I have a real problem and reached out to Live support, they really helped me (Thank you Brook). I am also on Nofap and struggling with porn and I’ve realised
      that these two addictions connects.

      Any advices on how to stop?

      Thank you everyone, I will do my best to stay from this addiction.

    • #54804
      i-did-it
      Participant

      Hi Kenny
      Well done on reaching out for help. That’s a great start.
      Another great step would be to install a gambling blocker on your phone and other internet devices – perhaps you could try Gamban.

      Addictions are hard to overcome without help so have a look around your own locality and see what help is available .
      Also if you join the new members group here tomorrow night you will be able to get lots of advice.
      I hope this helps .

    • #54805
      joerdj
      Participant

      Hello Kenny,

      Indeed great job for reaching out so quickly. I started at the same age as you and it took me 5 years to admit to myself that I had a problem and at that stage it was burned into my daily routine and debts to match

      Read some journals here on the forum from other people and see what they did to overcame this addiction.

      My best advice would be to not confront it at your own but look for people around you that can help you.

      Maybe see you around an the new members group tonight.

      Stay strong

    • #54806
      dunc
      Participant

      Hello and thanks for starting a thread in the Gambling Therapy forums

      Here at Gambling Therapy we pride ourselves on being a caring and diverse online community who can help and support you with the difficulties you’re currently facing. We understand that this might be a tough time for you, particularly if you’re new to recovery, so come here as often as you need to and participate in the forums, access online groups and connect to the live advice helpline if you need one to one support. We’re in this together!

      Here on the forum you can share your experiences in a safe, supportive and accepting environment. The beauty of writing it all down is that you can take your time and you will be creating a record of your progress that you can look back on if it ever feels like you’re not moving forward. So, share as much or as little as you like but do try to stick to keeping just one thread in this forum so people know where to find you if they want to be updated on your progress or share something with you.

      As well as the forums New Members are invited to join Charles in the New Members Practical Advice Group On Mondays at 21:00 (UK) and Thursday at 19:00(UK)

      And on that note….

      I’m going to hand you over to our community because I’m sure they will have some words of wisdom for you 🙂

      Take care

      The Gambling Therapy Team

      PS: Let me just remind you to take a look at our privacy policy and terms and conditions so you know how it all works!

    • #54807
      KennyCZ
      Participant

      Hello, it has been 7 days since I was gambling and 2 days since PMO (PORN MASTURBATION ORGASM), I’m never looking back!

      Stay strong

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