One of the solutions which is recommended by most gamblers on this forum for gambling addiction is "Therapy" . Professional help in the form of therapy. It is good and very effective but how many persons can actually afford it? There is a fee for each session that lasts for a duration of 60minutes. And there are more than one session. Therapy for gambling addiction is expensive. How can those who are unemployed afford it? How about the college student? Or the person receiving minimum wage. What are the other low cost but very effective solutions to gambling addiction. And typically how long will it take before the addict starts to feel more in control and less withdrawal symptoms?
Will totally appreciate your responses. Thanks.
The best thing that comes close to therapy and is virtually free is sharing yourself with your friends and family and spending your time in their company. It might not be easy for everyone in this individualistic fast paced society but everyone got to have at least one person they can open up to.
Another option is online group sessions and you can find these groups, most of them free on the internet through reddit or other social media. Their effectiveness may vary but you might get close to some like minded friends who wants to come out of it.