I have a big problem....?

I know this isn't really a question I would just like people's opinions. And I know this probably dosn't belong in this section but I am pregnant.

I have a huge gambling problem. I'm a little over $8000.00 in debt and I'm so stressed out. I'm pregnant and I have no money saved and I have this huge debt. I want to try to make myself a better person and save and get out of debt but I don't have much time left. Every time I save something I end up at the casino. I know it seems as simple as 'just don't go' but it's a huge addiction i'm struggling with. I called the help line and they have this session you can go to but it's during my work schedule and I can't take time off right now. I am just so stressed out, I am not sure what to do and I wake up feeling sick to my stomach every morning and all day stressed about how I am going to deal with this. I just feel like i've hit rock bottom and I have no where to turn. It just feels like no matter what I do, nothing will help.

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If your serious you can have your name and picture given to the casinos in your area and they wont let you gamble any more.... They are not put where every one can see them, and if your to embarrassed have a friend do it.... There are also groups for you similar to AAA good luck....

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have you tried talking to a salvation army in your area? they know all sorts of things to help you out. sorry about your situation, hope things turn out better for you!
Gambling is a serious addiction. You will need help to overcome your urges and to get your finances straight. Start by checking with your states lottery commission, as they have counseling and info available. There are also 12 step programs like Gambler's Anonymous.

Look for credit or financial help through your local Catholic Services.

With support and the will to succeed you can make a new start for you and your child.

Good Luck.
What about having a family member help you out... Instead of you saving money... Give it to someone you trust to save it for you... I'd tell you to put it in the bank but you'd go take it out... I give my grandmother money every week... That's my way of saving... Although I know it gets pretty rough sometimes to try and get money from where you know you have it but... If you explain your situation to your family member (you don't necessarily have to tell them you're addicted to gambling), Just simply telling them that you wanna save money for the baby and that you don't trust yourself to do so... So you'd rather have someone save it for you and that it would be a great help to you... That's what I'd do... Good Luck...
i would try to find a local group you can go to after your work hours to get help and if they dont have one in your area then make it so when you go to the casino they dont let you in...have them copy your photo ID and have them make sure whoever is on guard checking ID's that they have your photo on hand...good luck... hope you get help soon
Oh.. i'm so sorry!!.. But i'm sure as soon as you see your baby you will want to have everything for him, %26amp; you will forget all about casinos %26amp; gambling..

i can't think of anything to say but i will be praying for you, i promise %26amp; you will get out of this..

God Bless
As much as I want to say "oops", I know that that isn't going to help you at all....what I can suggest is this....are you making enough money at your current job to where you wouldn't qualify for unemployment benefits? I know that it's a far fetch, but if you qualify, then you could get a little more money each week or month or whatever and save that and put it towards your debt. Also, see about any unclaimed money in your state by going to the court house and asking (I think that that's where you would go) or looking in the paper. I would say to pick up a second job but I can assume that you already are working hard enough as it is, esp. being pregnant, to want to do that or even be able to....I would look around to see about getting as much baby stuff as you can for free to save you money on that end to save up to pay for your debt. I know that you already know that you need to stay away from the casinos so I won't tell you that. If you told me the city/town and state that you live in I could do some research for you as I don't have a job at all (I'm pregnant with twins as you know) and my husband doesn't want me working for a while now....so I have lots of time on my hands. Hit me up, email me sometime, and I can see how much I can help you out here....like I said, I have loads of time (7 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday) of time alone while he works....having something to do besides surf the internet aimlessly would be a good thing for me....so holler if you want to!!
The only thing that I can think of is getting yourself a personal "Probation Officer". Somebody close to you that you can trust to help you handle your money. There is no way you are going to do it on your own. When I was younger and didn't have too many bills, instead of blowing the money I would give it to my Mom to hold. And when I needed some she would be totally strict, like "what do you need it for?" I would have to justify my reasons for the money use and prove to her what I used it for. It may sound too simple, but it worked. I managed to put enough money down for a brand new truck........which I still own by the way. And I love it and 20 years from now I will still have it because I worked so hard for it and that was my first lesson in money handling.

Think of all the things you could get for your baby with the money you save. Or think if Lord forbid your baby gets ill and you need hundreds of dollars to pay medical bills, what to do then?

I wish you the best of luck and congratulations on your pregnancy!!
I'm so sorry to hear of your situation. It can't be easy to battle this type of addiction and to be pregnant at the same time. I will not patronize you and tell you that you should not go to Casinos. You already know that. Have you checked out Gamblers Anonymous? It's a 12-step program, similar to AA. Another step you could take is to ask the local casinos to blacklist you, or place you on their list of unwelcome guests. If you do this, they often will accomodate you,and if you go there, they will ask you to leave. Finally, I am assuming that you are seeing medical professionals on a regular basis for your pregnancy. You need to ask your mid-wife or gynocologist for help, and they may be able to refer you to some local resources, as well.

Best wishes in dealing with this. Please act now, before your debt reaches insurmountable levels.
It's a vicious circle, isn't it?

First, as other people have said, check out Gamblers Anonymous. It will help you through the dark times when the proverbial spirit is willing but flesh is weak

Second, find out if Dave Ramsey's radio show is carried in your area. I usually don't push those sort of things but my father-in-law told my husband and me about it when we got engaged and it has helped us keep on track financially and clear up the debt my husband came into the marriage with. The radio program is often carried on Christian radio stations (kind of a turn-off for me) but don't let that stop you. He also has programs offered through churches and community organizations called Financial Peace University that can help you get out of debt and build some savings. I've checked out his books from libraries and I haven't been impressed, but his radio show is free.

Please check back soon and tell us how you're doing. :-)
tell the man who got you pregnant to help you
Is it possible the stresses of being pregnant is driving you to do compulsive behavior (like gambling).

Do you have a husband? Or at least a boyfriend who will really be there for you and help you and your child? (Somehow I"m guessing no to both).

You've cut off a lot for yourself to take care of. Obviously gambling has to stop now! Then you can address the other problems and stresses in your life. Your child won't be helped any by you being on welfare or having all your possessions repo'd (and they will). Best luck and God bless. David.