Addiction is much misunderstood. Women and addictive gambling even more so, and for many years women have suffered in silence. This book explores how lonely, troubled lives and damaging relationships lead to the trap of problem gambling, the anxiety and chaos whilst locked inside, and then offers realistic hope of a way out.
Key Features
- Exploration of Problem Gambling: Addresses the significant increase in women gambling problematically.
- Societal and Industry Roles: Examines the role of the gambling industry and society.
- Personal Relationships: Discusses women’s relationships with others and themselves.
- Understanding 'Rock Bottom': Provides insight into what 'hitting rock bottom' truly means.
- Case Studies: Illustrates how gambling begins as harmless escapism and leads to desperation.
- Therapeutic Models: Shares anecdotes from patients and discusses practical strategies for overcoming gambling issues.
Additional Information
Women can, and do, stop gambling. The author shares anecdotes from patients and discusses therapeutic models and practical strategies to demonstrate how this is possible. Women and Problem Gambling is based on the author's research and theories developed throughout her extensive practice. The insights will be of value to anyone wanting to understand or work with problem gambling in women; from a woman with a problem herself, thorough to family, friends and any healthcare professionals or therapists involved in her care and treatment.
