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How to stop compulsive gambling?
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Encourage you: To attend gambler's anonymous ; to start learning the 12 steps.
Answered 1/4/2014
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Big picture: Dr. Fowler's advice to attend a 12 step group is very good. Your physician can offer medication that in low doses may abolish the craving. I would also urge you to think of the people who love you, and who you love. Compulsive gambling is one of the most common factors leading to suicide. Think of how much you have to live for. Let love give you strength to do what you must in overcoming this.
Answered 10/27/2017
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