Hi Patty,
Welcome to GT. I’m sorry you have found yourself here but I’m happy that you are looking for help.
Have you thought about giving control of your finances to your dad? He could give you a small allowance every day for essentials, this will make you accountable for your money. No money = no gambling
I’m not sure what you gamble on? If it is casinos then perhaps you could self exclude from them? Take your dad with you for support. If online, there are blockers that you can put on your computer or laptop so that you cant login to online gaming.
Maybe a GA meeting in your area could give you extra support too, the more help you get the better.
Patty, at the end of the day the only person who can stop you gambling is you! If you get your barriers up they can be a real help, and talking about things, either here, GA, or with your dad can be very therapeutic.
Your dad is obviously very worried about you. This addiction, without treatment, will only get worse. You have done a brave thing in coming here and telling your story.
Post as much as you need to, read other threads, there maybe something in them that will help you.
I look forward to reading more from you, put your barriers up, its time to look after yourself.
Take care, K xx
