Does Anyone Know of a Gamblers Addiction Chat Room?
Question by Sweetie78: Does anyone know of a gamblers addiction chat room?
My best friend is hiding a gambling problem, and I need to get some advice and help for her. I told her I am worried for her and that she should go to GA but she just laughed it off and told me she was fine.
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Answer by gemma n
There is a new group set up for gamblers called gamcare i’m not sure if they have a chatroom, but I wouldn’t recommend seeking help for your friend as she will need to realise herself that she has a problem.
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