The 36 Hour Gambling Binge That Finally Broke Me | Adam's Story

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Adam shares his story of a 36-hour gambling binge that led him to recovery from a 20-year addiction.

Adam shares how a 36-hour casino binge finally forced him into gambling recovery. 🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/NurCWVRYVEY?si=zzmegEOfNIxqmomg 🙌 If you or a loved one is struggling with gambling and want to get some help directly working with an awesome team, check out https://carlsbadbeachrecovery.com/outpatient-mental-health-treatment-san-diego-county/gambling-addiction-treatment/videos-community-building/ Adam joins the podcast to share his gambling addiction recovery story after 20 years of compulsive gambling, sports betting, casino gambling, poker, slots, and financial chaos. He opens up about the 36-hour casino binge that became his last bet, the lies and borrowing that kept the addiction going, and why gambling addiction is not really a money problem. This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to…

People in this episode

Host: ODAAT Gambling Awareness

Guest: Adam

Topics covered

• gambling addiction
• recovery story
• personal experience
• mental health
• casino gambling
• sports betting

Keywords

• gambling recovery
• addiction
• casino
• sports betting
• mental health
• personal story
• financial chaos

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Carlsbad Beach Recovery

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