[mcneilan]

I am 20 years of age and been in the states for the past 6 years. Things were tipping away smoothly until 2 years ago. before this nightmare was uncaged, Ialready had problems with trying to be happy and setting goals. My parents looked for every reason to be vexed and blame things on me. They would be hours late picking me up after events at school. I had to beg for what was considered very basic to other people of my age range. My other siblings got on perfect with the old pair, I guess I was the target of all the abuse of anger built towards everyone. My auld lad is the worst combination of ignorant and arrogant. He thinks I’m demonic and do everything in the name of hate. Even when proven wrong, he never confesses when he is wrong or made a mistake. Abuways, back To my story; I figured when I was 18, why not take a go at the races? Putting a few bucks each way is no harm at all (atleast I thought). Ever since then, it’s been going to OTB and casinos whenever I can or can’t and whether I can or can’t afford it. I dont feel welcomed at home, and never have. I want to be able to be comfortable at home, but the old pair don’t budge, confess or work with me. It is extremely aggravating. 

[charles]

Hello and thanks for starting a thread in the Gambling Therapy forums

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[charles]

Hi McNeilan, well done on looking for help.

Read the other stories here and you will see a lot that you will relate to. You will also see the success stories – what are they doing that you can apply to your own situation?

Whatever else is going on in your life gamblign just makes thigns worse. How else could you fill your time?

Getting yourself banned from your local casins would be a good first step.

Keep posting and let us know the positive steps that you are taking.

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