How to Admit to a Gambling Problem?
Question by cubs_9999: how to admit to a gambling problem?
how to admit to a gambling problem?
I have skipped a semester of school to gamble…..I have gambled away all of money and more I am over 10 grand in debt. My parents think I am going to work during the day but I am not, I am not returning to school and since my parents paid for school I feel very, very guilty. I am 23 years old I am in a hole bigger than I ever Imagined. I have been lying to my parents and girlfriend who are all very supportive and just want to see me suceed. I dont think they will understand how i got myself in the situation im in. I will get a full-time job ASAP and start re-paying my debts I just need a little support. I need to come clean with my parents very badly, and soon…..but I am very nervous on how they will respond….please give me some advice on what to say…how to open the conversation ? I am very weary of their response…..has anyone been in a similair situation?
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Answer by Carron
Chances are they already know that something is going on. You don’t get to where you are right now with arousing suspicion.
Get all 3 of them together and be honest. You could start off by saying, “I need to talk to you. I have a huge problem. I’ve been gambling, it’s out of control, I’m in trouble and I need help. I’m sorry but I have been lying to you to cover up the gambling addiction.” I don’t think they will understand it either. At least not like another gambler, addict or alcoholic would.
Most of the time, parents will be glad that you came clean to them and they’ll be supportive. Like I said, they probably know something is wrong.
Here’s the bad news…if you’re looking to get out of this situation and think you can do some controlled gambling in the future, you’re wrong. You think it’s bad now? It can get so much worse. If you’re thinking you’re not that bad, add the word “yet” after it. It can only get worse. It’s not going to be easy to stop, but it will get a lot harder the longer you gamble.
Sorry to be preachy at the end there but I’m just being honest. We don’t just lie to our family, we lie to ourselves too. Best of luck to you.
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