I wish the same thing – that I never placed that first bet 17 years ago. I am still struggling with this addiction and trying not to think about the losses over the many years. The gambling sites make it so easy to bet and reverse withdrawals and now we are constantly bombarded with gambling ads on radio and TV with celebrities that it’s a struggle to not have urges. My family also does not know about my addiction and because of language barrier, I can never go to my parents for help. I hope we both can find a way to overcome this illness.
