2006-07-11 02:05:46 · 26 answers · asked by enlightened 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
It ravages people and families like a disease. Refer him to gamblers anonymous. Check out www.gamblersanonymous.org -- it offers fellowship that works to help people solve their gambling problems. If he is not interested in seeking help, then you should give him an ultimatum (like next month) to quit gambling, period! If he does not, then you need to contact a lawyer and begin divorce paperwork--and then follow through. Best of luck to you.
2006-07-11 02:15:07 · answer #1 · answered by Silazius 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would suggest that you try talking to him about it but I bet you already have tried. His most likely response was to tell you to mind your own business and nothing is wrong. That would be the addict in him. Gambling is an addiction same as drug use and others. The best thing you can do is to tell him and show him how this is effecting you and your family. Then, be supportive and encourage/drag him to counseling and meetings in your area. As with any addiction however, he has to recognize and want to change his behavior. First thing is to take care of yourself and any children you may have. Good luck.
2006-07-11 02:27:06 · answer #2 · answered by blondie7795 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How long have 'You' let this go on? marriage is a two way street! Have you talked to your husband about his gambling? Are you seeking to get him help? does he want help? some say that gambling is an addiction,.. I say it is just an excuse for being weak! adults 'choose' the things they want to do. and use the excuse of addiction as an crutch. Do you have children? if so think of them... how much is he taking from them?? (not just in financial terms)
2006-07-11 02:20:51 · answer #3 · answered by BlackWidow 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Inform him that losing $500 a month is putting a financial strain on you and the family. Tell him that he needs help and that if he willing to admit he has a problem you will be there with him every step of the way.
2006-07-11 02:42:16 · answer #4 · answered by sprinkles3225 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gambling addicts do not recover without tough love. You must put your marriage on the line in my humble opinion. He absolutely must get counseling or go to Gamblers Anonymous. You should handle the money and give him an allowance. He must stay out of all casinos or you will leave him.
2006-07-11 02:20:14 · answer #5 · answered by gigantic_zebra_on_buffet 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well obviously hes got a problem so just seek some help i guess. Thats the only concrete thing that might change his habits. Just discuss with him and if it doesn't stop just bring him to gamers anonymous or some ot that therapy they've got for people with gambling problems.
I sure hope i helped and good luck.
2006-07-11 02:09:19 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sit him down have a nice talk. In a nice way tell him he sucks at gambling and you dont have the money to afford his habbit.
2006-07-11 02:09:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
he needs to see a gambling counselor. I suggest that you start handling the money in the household.
2006-07-11 02:43:40 · answer #8 · answered by bad_bob_69 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make him clearly aware of your concern about his gambling. If he keeps gambling, he clearly cares more about the gambling than he does about you and your family's well being. Leave him.
2006-07-11 02:09:05 · answer #9 · answered by buddhasmash 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell him he needs to choose between his gambling addiction and his family. No second chances - he's in or he's out.
2006-07-11 02:23:16 · answer #10 · answered by Curious1usa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋