Overview
Gambling addiction ruins the lives of millions of people worldwide. After 30 years of gambling addiction, John Woods placed his last bet on January 5th, 2017. Here, he tells the brutally honest story of a lifetime of gambling, and the pain and misery it caused, not just to John, but to those closest to him. Most importantly, he shares all he has discovered since stopping gambling and beginning recovery: - What is gambling addiction and how to overcome it - Why people become addicted to gambling - Gambling harm - Gambling and Children - Initial steps to stop gambling immediately - What measures to put in place to prevent gambling - Therapies for gambling - How to become the best version of yourself - Overcoming potential setbacks It is estimated that for every problem gambler, there are a further six to ten people directly affected and experiencing gambling-related harm. Gambling-related harm can include: financial hardship, crime, mental health problems, relationship breakdown, domestic violence, self-harm, and suicide. Gambling Addiction Explained is not only for people wanting to stop gambling, but equally for all those affected by gambling-related harm.
Full Product Details
Author: John Woods
Publisher: John Woods
Imprint: John Woods
ISBN: 9781739704506
ISBN 10: 1739704509
Pages: 126
Publication Date: 29 April 2022
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
Honest and practical: A compelling book that tells it straight, with insights that are relatable to many addictive behaviours, not just gambling. An honest account of a gambling addiction and signposts to help: This book is two things; an open and honest personal account of a gambling addiction that started at a shockingly young age though recovery to today; and though telling that story the author reaches out to others in a similar situation to reassure them they are not alone and to offer practical advice on tactics and sources of help. It tackles the journey into and out of addiction thoroughly, with both realism and optimism, and occasionally humour. Gambling Addiction: A great read from someone who has been there and seen it first hand, definitely a help to me to understand more about the addiction and how to deal with it ongoing. Outstanding insightful content A raw and uncensored account of exactly what addiction is, and exactly how it works. For someone not part of an addiction or any prior knowledge of gambling addiction. This clearly explains and gets accross how powerful and deadly it can be. Also as testament to the author.
Honest and practical: A compelling book that tells it straight, with insights that are relatable to many addictive behaviours, not just gambling. An honest account of a gambling addiction and signposts to help: This book is two things; an open and honest personal account of a gambling addiction that started at a shockingly young age though recovery to today; and though telling that story the author reaches out to others in a similar situation to reassure them they are not alone and to offer practical advice on tactics and sources of help. It tackles the journey into and out of addiction thoroughly, with both realism and optimism, and occasionally humour. Gambling Addiction: A great read from someone who has been there and seen it first hand, definitely a help to me to understand more about the addiction and how to deal with it ongoing. Outstanding insightful content ☆☆☆☆☆A raw and uncensored account of exactly what addiction is, and exactly how it works. For someone not part of an addiction or any prior knowledge of gambling addiction. This clearly explains and gets accross how powerful and deadly it can be. Also as testament to the author.
