No matter what you say or do, ultimately the only person who can take control is the person that gambles.You cannot force them to stop or control their gambling.You cannot force your family member or friend to acknowledge that their gambling is harmful.Use your energy to help change your own situation rather than theirs. It’s not your faultĬoping with a family member or friend’s gambling behaviour can be challenging. Contacting a therapeutic and/or financial counsellor is a good place to start. Seek legal, financial and other advice to explore your options. It is important to protect yourself from any harm that may arise from your family member or friend’s harmful gambling.
You have the right to feel safe, and emotionally and financially secure. When someone close to you experiences gambling-related harm, it can affect you as well.
