I used to borrow money from friends – even a few pounds from people I didn’t know very well. I always meant to pay them back when I was winning. I rarely won and when I did – I just carried on gambling.
You are not alone with this problem and you need to talk about it – initially to people that understand, other problem gamblers – but ultimately you need to share this with people close to you – family and friends.
If there is GA where you are now – go to the website and look up a meeting – gamblersanonymous .org should get you there. If not speak to someone on a helpline such as befrienders international and they should have details of organisations that can help.
When you feel stronger – reach out to the friend or family member whom you have the most trust in, to listen and not judge you. Even if you owe money (I found most people did not expect to get it back!) share with them what you are going through and talk about ways in which you can be supported through this. You are not a bad person – it is your behaviour which is making you do these things. As others have said block yourself from gambling places, carry as little money as possible (when you talk to someone you trust see if they can carry your money for you.) Get back to your studies and spend time catching up – that means less time to gamble with.
This is not an easy problem to crack and I don’t know anyone who has managed to do it alone. You will need support from people around you. Reach out and get this as soon as you can. I wish you well.