Many people are going through gambling addiction but they manage to keep it a secret from their families and loved ones. The only people that know about their gambling activities are their close friends. In the event that you are one of those close friend to a gambling addict, do you think it is right to tell their loved ones with the intention that they will be able to talk to him and help him overcome his addiction? Can the advice of loved ones even help? What is the most effective way of going about gambling addiction.
If I'm in this situation, I will be careful because it is a delicate situation that can ruine both the family and the friendship. As a first thing to do, I will find out if my friend actually see his gambling addiction as a problem that he is curious for a solution. If this is confirm that he is desperate for a solution, the next thing to do will be to find out how much he values and listens to his family members like parents, wife, children or just any family relative. After getting these information, I will quickly swing into action to help my friend, bearing in mind that both the family and the friendship must be protected.
The answers I also receive from the above will make me know if I will tell the family members or not. If he listens to any of the family members, then I will tell the person but if he is the stubborn type that will not listen to anyone, I will not use the family option. Rather I will recommend a proplfessioner for him.