A gambling addiction can be devastating. This disease affects a person’s self-worth, their relationships with others, their financial livelihood, and so much more. Problem and compulsive gambling is referred to as a “hidden addiction”, because suffering persons often appear normal on the outside. Like alcohol and substance abuse, the disorder does not discriminate and affects persons from all backgrounds and walks of life.
Video credit reference: Balodis, I. & Querney, D. (2019). Retrieved from www.brainconnections.ca.
Happy Spring!
After a long winter, nothing beats basking in the spring sunlight. It’s self-care at its best, if you ask us. Looking after yourself, getting outdoors, engaging in other activities as alternatives to gambling and engaging socially with friends and family away from gambling are all good ways to help you get through gambling cravings that you may be experiencing.
Here are some tips to help you make the most of this season, improve your overall well-being and move away from any gambling harms and worries you may experience.
