Gambling can mess up your life – but what’s it like for a gambler’s partner? When Laura’s* mother confronts her over an empty bank account, she assumes her daughter has a secret gambling addiction. The reality is different: Laura’s boyfriend has been using her ID, her credit card and her identity to gamble away her university savings. After suffering in silence for a long time she finally finds the courage to speak up and move through the trauma of her experience as an affected other. Laura's life is now back on track to taking her where she always wanted to go.
(* “Laura” is a pseudonym).
Warning: These podcast episodes contain content related to challenging topics such as addiction, depression and suicide. Please listen with care.
If you or anyone you know needs help with gambling addiction, get in touch with the Problem Gambling Foundation at www.pgf.nz.
We provide free, confidential advice, tools and counselling. Whether it be from your own gambling or if you are affected by someone else's gambling, we are here to help.
Phone 0800 664 262
Email help@pgf.nz
Text 5819
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