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Ep117. Anna Martin, women supporting women through gambling addiction
Ep117. Anna Martin, women supporting women through gambling addiction
Ep117. Anna Martin, women supporting women through gambling addiction
Friday 13th September 2024
Anna Martin shares her journey through gambling addiction, recovery, and the importance of support networks for women.
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Episode Overview
- Anna Martin shares her personal battle with gambling addiction.
- She discusses the importance of self-barring schemes in her recovery.
- The episode highlights the stigma women face with gambling addiction.
- Anna talks about the role of support networks in overcoming addiction.
- She emphasises the need for open conversations and advocacy.
'It’s a predatory industry with a predatory product'
In this episode of 'The Truth About Addiction', Ron Isherwood chats with Anna Martin, a woman who has bravely faced and overcome a gambling addiction. Anna opens up about her journey from the depths of addiction to finding a path to recovery. She shares how her battle with gambling began in her teenage years and was compounded by anxiety and depression.
Despite these challenges, Anna has managed to maintain control over her addiction for the past five years, though she acknowledges it is a continuous struggle. The conversation touches on the predatory nature of the gambling industry, with Anna describing it as 'a predatory industry with a predatory product'. She recounts how she took significant steps, such as self-barring from gambling venues, to regain control over her life.
Anna also highlights the importance of support networks and advocacy, particularly for women who often feel stigmatised by their addiction. Her story is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible and that speaking out can help others feel less alone. If you're looking for an honest and inspiring conversation about addiction and recovery, this episode is a must-listen.