Bren from Canada comes on the podcast to share her story of compulsive gambling and recovery. Her story is a perfect reminder of why it's so important to break the stigma and shame of this addiction.
*Please note that there is mention of sexual assault in this episode.
Sexual Assult Hotlines: Canada 1-877-303-2642 US 1-800-56-4673
Podcast sponsored by Gamban: Visit Gamban.com for online gambling blocking software
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Helpful links:
https://www.ncpgambling.org/ You can find State and International Resources Here
https://betterinstitute.com/ (PA Residents)
https://gamban.com/ Online gambling blocking software
https://www.gamblersanonymous.org/ga/
https://gamblersinrecovery.com/ - 24/7 meetings all over the world
https://recoveryroadonline.com/ - meetings throughout the day
Christina Cook: https://thebrokegirlsociety.com/ / christina@thebrokegirlsociety.com
Terra Carbert: https://ambitiousaddicts.com/
Brian Hatch: https://endgamblingharm.com/
UK Help:
https://www.betknowmoreuk.org/services/new-beginnings
Australia Help:
https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/
Canada Help:
https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index/problem-gambling
Podcasts:
The Bet Free Life: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPTgu-Tss6gKy2kJaY8OvZA
Ambitious Addicts: https://ambitiuosaddicts.libsyn.com/2021
All In: The Addicted Gambler’s Podcast: https://addictedgamblerpodcast.libsyn.com/
Support groups:
The BGS Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1520878581449100/
Ambitious Women in Recovery: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ambitiouswomeninrecovery/
