44. Thinking Straight About Gambling: Myths and Facts
It's common to get caught up in the emotions of gambling. Who hasn't had thoughts such as, "I'm on a lucky streak!" or "I'm due for a win anytime." In this episode, we share examples of how our think...
29 Jul 202222min
43. Warning Signs of a Gambling Problem
How do you know if gambling is a problem? In this episode we help you to recognize the warning signs of a gambling problem. We also offer guidance on next steps to take if you or a loved one have co...
15 Jul 202222min
42. If You Gamble - Guidelines for Lowering the Risks and Harms of Gambling
Most of us gamble. In British Columbia, nearly 75% of adults gambled at least once in the past year. For some (about 3-4% of adults), it gets out of hand and causes problems. If you gamble, how do y...
1 Jul 202218min
41. Gambling Help, Support and Treatment: Finding What Works For You
There are many options for help, support and treatment for gambling concerns. Everyone is different so it's important to find what works best for you. In this episode, hear Brian's personal experienc...
17 Jun 202241min
40. Why Can't I Stop Gambling? Let's Look at the Brain for Answers
A common question with gambling problems is, "Why Can't I Stop?" In this episode we hear from Deirdre Querney, MSW, and Dr. Iris Balodis who answer this question by telling us about the brain and gam...
3 Jun 202234min
39. I'm a Parent of Someone With a Gambling Problem: How Do I Help?
It's hard on parents and families when an adult son or daughter have a gambling problem. In this episode of Fold em, a mother shares what she has learned as her son dealt with gambling addiction for t...
20 Mai 202240min
38. Supporting Children When a Parent Has a Gambling Problem
Gambling problems can create a lot of stress in families. Children and young people may not know that a parent or caregiver is struggling with gambling, but they feel the impact. In this episode, we ...
6 Mai 202234min
37. Sports Betting Got the Best of Me: Here's What I Did About It
In this episode, hear my conversation with a former sports better about: how sports betting took over his life what happened when family got involved how he solved a debt problem what helped him to g...
22 Apr 202245min
