49. When Gambling Problems Lead to Crime: Moving Forward

<p>Problem gambling leads people to do things they wouldn't normally do.  For some, this includes committing a financial crime, such as forgery, embezzlement and theft.  These crimes come about as a way to deal with debt and to get money to gamble. </p> <p>Facing a gambling problem is hard enough, but when it also involves dealing with charges and the court system, it is really hard.  </p> <p>Hear from Brian who shares what this ordeal was like for him after turning himself in to police, and what helped him to get through it.</p> <p>Listen now to this episode and hear about:</p> <ul> <li>what happened for Brian as charges were laid and he went to court</li> <li>why he decided to be open with family, friends and recovery supports and some surprisingly good things that came from this</li> <li>Brian's reflections on how to avoid getting stuck in shame and guilt because of compulsive gambling</li> <li>what helped Brian to move through really hard and uncomfortable times and get to a place where today life is "pretty good"</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>For more information on moving forward after gambling leads to crime, read the blog for this episode at <a title="Episode 49 blog" href= "https://www.gamblingproblemhelp.ca/blog-2/gambling-problems-and-crime" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.gamblingproblemhelp.ca</a></p> <p>To hear more from Brian, listen to <a title= "Link to Voices ... the Podcast" href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/voices-the-podcast/id1473695208" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Voices ... the Podcast</a> and visit <a title="Voices of Problem Gambling Recovery website" href= "https://www.vpgr.net/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Voices of Problem Gambling Recovery.  </a></p> <p>If you live in British Columbia and would like to access our free, confidential counselling and outreach services, connect with us online at <a title="Gambling Support BC website" href= "https://www.bcresponsiblegambling.ca/support/team" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Gambling Support BC</a> or call 1-888-795-6111.</p> <p