If you can't stop gambling despite the negative impact it's had on you and your loved ones, you may feel guilty, ashamed, and hopeless. But there is hope. You can get free support to stop gambling from one of 4 hotlines in Washington, United States. Reach out if you relate to the following:

Spending more money on bets than you can afford to lose.
Gambling as a way to relieve negative emotions.
Being told by others that you have a gambling problem.
Getting into debt as a result of gambling.
Lying or stealing to get money for gambling.
Feeling hopeless because of what you've lost from gambling.
Experiencing stress and anxiety as a result of your gambling habits.
Selling personal or family items to get money to gamble with.

Feeling as though there is no hope and that nothing can be solved is normal, especially if you have lost a lot to gambling. But there is a light at the end of the tunnel. There are others who have overcome their gambling problems and there is hope for you too.

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 Washington, United States, helpline counselors and volunteers are trained to help people experiencing problems just like yours.

For free and confidential support with gambling, consider contacting a hotline in Washington, United States today.