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Episode 221: Episode 221: Gambling Addiction
Episode 221: Episode 221: Gambling Addiction
Episode 221: Episode 221: Gambling Addiction
Friday 26th April 2024
Tawny and Lisa chat with Steve Rose about the rise of gambling addiction, its link to tech habits, and recovery strategies.
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Episode Overview
- Gambling addiction is closely linked to other tech habits like smartphone and social media usage.
- Recognising signs of gambling addiction includes compulsive behaviour and inability to stop despite negative consequences.
- Recovery strategies can involve self-exclusion from apps and managing triggers.
- Societal factors and modern technology make gambling more accessible and harder to avoid.
- Support systems and open conversations are crucial for those struggling with gambling addiction.
It's that continued use with negative consequences, inability to control that usage, despite trying to cut back, compulsion and craving associated with it.
In this episode of Recovery Rocks, hosts Tawny Lara and Lisa Smith welcome Steve Rose, an addiction counsellor with a Ph.D. in sociology, to discuss the growing issue of gambling addiction. Steve shares his expertise on how gambling addiction has surged, especially with the rise of online gambling and sports betting. He connects these trends to broader addictive behaviours like smartphone and social media usage, explaining how they draw on similar psychological mechanisms.
The conversation covers a range of topics, from recognising the signs of gambling addiction in yourself or others to what recovery can look like. Steve highlights the importance of understanding how gambling functions in an individual's life, whether it’s for the thrill, the escape, or the illusion of financial gain. The discussion also touches on how societal factors and modern technology contribute to the problem, making it more accessible and harder to avoid.
Listeners will find Steve's insights particularly valuable as he breaks down complex concepts into relatable anecdotes and practical advice. The episode also features a fun Music Minute segment where Tawny and Lisa talk about their favourite tracks from The Growlers and lofi hip hop, adding a light-hearted touch to the serious topic.
If you're curious about how gambling addiction intertwines with other forms of addiction or if you're looking for ways to support someone struggling with this issue, this episode is a must-listen. It’s an eye-opening conversation that sheds light on a less-discussed but increasingly relevant topic. So, why not give it a listen? You might find some surprising connections and useful tips that could make a real difference.