16-11-2010, 05:12 AM
Hi Netty, Sorry it's taken so long for someone to answer you. I am a compulsive gambler in recovery through the GA program.
I'm sorry to be the bearer of bad news but unless your boyfriend is ready to admit and then do something about his gambling things will only get worse for you and especially for him, but you can do something to protect yourself and your finances. Do you have family you can talk with about this? If you are going to stay in this situation you will need support and there is a program for the family, partners etc of compulsive gamblers and it's called Gamanon and there you come to understand what this illness is about and about how you can deal with it. You can find the information on this web site. Gambling is a serious illness and affects many people connected with it.
Come back here (to the share section) and let us know if you need further help.
Take Care
Helen
I'm sorry to be the bearer of bad news but unless your boyfriend is ready to admit and then do something about his gambling things will only get worse for you and especially for him, but you can do something to protect yourself and your finances. Do you have family you can talk with about this? If you are going to stay in this situation you will need support and there is a program for the family, partners etc of compulsive gamblers and it's called Gamanon and there you come to understand what this illness is about and about how you can deal with it. You can find the information on this web site. Gambling is a serious illness and affects many people connected with it.
Come back here (to the share section) and let us know if you need further help.
Take Care
Helen