The consequences of gambling can be severe enough to make you feel as though you've ruined your life and there's no way out. However, it is possible to stop gambling and reclaim what you've lost. Take the first step and contact one of 3 helplines in Utah, United States if you're experiencing these symptoms:

Continuing to gamble despite negative consequences.
Asking people to bail you out when you experience financial troubles due to gambling.
Gambling to distract yourself from your problems.
Being told by others that you have a gambling problem.
Constantly thinking about gambling.
Getting into debt as a result of gambling.
Gambling as a way to relieve negative emotions.
Using your credit card to fund your gambling habit.

It may feel like the damage of your gambling behavior has gone too fair and that it's irreparable. It's normal to feel as though there's no solution. But if you're committed to your recovery, you can regain what you lost with time.

The first step to rebuilding what you've lost, is to reach out for help. That can be hard if you doubt whether anyone can help and whether you'll be understood. It may help to know that in Utah, United States, helpline counselors and volunteers are trained to help people experiencing problems just like yours.

If you think you might need support with gambling today, consider contacting a helpline in Utah, United States for free, confidential help.