John's 46-Year Gambling Battle & Recovery
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John's 46-Year Gambling Battle & Recovery

John Wade, a fifty-four-year-old from Leicestershire, shares his forty-six-year battle with gambling addiction, starting from a childhood incident in Scotland. His addiction led to the breakdown of marriages and strained relationships with his children. After years of depression and suicidal thoughts, he sought help from the NHS East Midlands Gambling Harms Service in March 2024. Through therapy, he understood his triggers and improved his life, ending suicidal thoughts and strengthening relationships. His story encourages others to seek support. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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