***Trigger warning: this episode explores themes around addiction. This may be distressing for some listeners.

Gambling, or any form of addictive behaviour can affect anyone. We are super lucky to have Jonathan on the show who is a long time listener of the poddy and a psychologist with extensive experience working with addiction. Jonathan worked as the gambling help psychologist for North QLD and goes deep with Glen on this important issue, touching on:

👉🏽some pretty eye opening facts and stats about gambling in Australia

👉🏻the signs of gambling addiction

👉why people get addicted to gambling, even if they might know the odds are against them

👉🏿the stages of behaviour change

👉🏻the relationship between addictive behaviour and shame

👉insert your addictive behaviour <here>, whether it's the pokies, shopping, or chocolate, it affects our emotions, body and brain in the same way

👉🏽is there such a thing as addiction-prone genes?

👉🏿how you can support a mate who might be struggling

👉🏾a simple step you can take if you are or think you may be struggling

If you or a loved one is affected by gambling, there is help available. Visit https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/ or contact the Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858.

Unsure if you have a gambling problem? Take the self assessment tool called the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI): https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/take-a-step-forward/self-assessment/problem-gambling-severity-index-pgsi

Visit https://gaaustralia.org.au/ for more info on Gamblers Anonymous meetings near you.

Remember to chat with your GP if you are experiencing any issues in regards to your mental health or contact Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Grab a copy of Glen's book, Sort Your Money Out & Get Invested: https://www.sortyourmoneyout.com/sort-your-money-out-get-invested

Get $20 off The Glen James Spending Plan using the code "MAGIC": https://www.mymillennial.money/spending-plan

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