Let's Talk About…CBT for Gambling Addiction

Let's Talk About…CBT for Gambling Addiction

From Let's Talk About CBT by BABCP

February 14, 2025 · 45 min · Season 3 · Episode 5

About this episode

This episode discusses the impact of gambling addiction and the role of CBT in recovery.

In this episode of Let's Talk About CBT , Helen Macdonald speaks with James from the charity Gambling with Lives about the serious impact of gambling addiction, its links to mental health, and the role of CBT in recovery. What We Cover in This Episode: 🔹 How gambling has changed – From a backstreet niche to an industry making billions through addictive products. 🔹 Gambling addiction and mental health – How gambling harms go beyond financial loss and can lead to depression, anxiety, and even suicide. 🔹 The neuroscience of gambling – How gambling rewires the brain, making it difficult to stop. 🔹 Recognising the warning signs – What to look for in yourself or a loved one. 🔹 The role of CBT in recovery – How cognitive behavioural therapy is a key treatment approach in NHS gambling addiction services. 🔹 Breaking the stigma – Why gambling addiction is not just about personal responsibility and we need to talk about how it can harm people and the amount of gambling advertising that is out there. 🔹 Getting help – Resources for those affected, including training for healthcare professionals. Resources & Links: Find out more about Gambling with Lives : gamblingwithlives.org Visit…

People in this episode

Host: Helen Macdonald

Guest: James

Topics covered

  • gambling addiction
  • mental health
  • CBT
  • neuroscience
  • recovery
  • stigma
  • support resources

Keywords

  • gambling addiction
  • CBT
  • mental health
  • neuroscience
  • recovery
  • warning signs
  • support resources

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Gambling with Lives, NHS, Samaritans, Chapter One

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