The UK Gambling Commission reports approximately 200.000 people suffering from severe problem gambling while several hundreds thousands more are in a mild or at risk situation.
The forced isolation many British suffer from the lockdown aggravated the figures because of the risk factors implied: Idleness, solitude and the dominance of online gambling, a dangerous mix that can be easily triggered a relapse even on those fully aware of the hazards of gambling.
Despite the current struggle with isolation, there are organizations both private and public with trained professionals in their files literally waiting for your call to help you.
Counseling services are available for problem gamblers of all ages, backgrounds, budgets and now with r…
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