The Dr. John Delony Show My Mom’s Hiding a Gambling Addiction
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Jun 3, 2024 Topics include dealing with a family member's gambling addiction, navigating a 30-day separation from a spouse, setting boundaries with overbearing parents during pregnancy, and rebuilding trust and communication in a marriage.
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Financial Gambling Addiction Story
- A caller shares her 73-year-old mom's risky descent into gambling disguised as investment.
- The mom lost hundreds of thousands of dollars in options trading and cryptocurrency scams without telling her stepdad.
Confront Addiction Directly
- Be direct and set clear boundaries with loved ones struggling with addiction.
- Give a strict deadline to cut losses or involve others to protect their well-being.
Build Structure During Separation
- During separation, rest but maintain intentional structure like regular social contact and movement.
- Avoid unhealthy habits like excess screen time; establish bedtime and activity routines to rebuild strength.