I wanted to tell her or my partner what was going on, but I felt trapped, thinking I was the only person in the world with a gambling addiction this bad. I was scared he would break up with me if he knew the truth, so continued being aggravated or grumpy, or told him that I needed space, rather than confronting what was really going on.
I’m aware it’s changed the course of our lives: that if this hadn’t happened, we might have children, or still be living together. He’s been so supportive, and now that I’ve given up for good, I’m hopeful we’ll be living together again soon, as I’ve paid off £5,000 of my debt so far. The GP referred me for talking therapy, which has been amazing, and has…
