I can't stop spending my wages on gambling and can't pay off my debts each month

DEAR DEIDRE: EVERY pay day I kid myself I have enough money to gamble and I want to stop.

I am 23 and struggling. I know I am wasting my money and it’s a mug’s game, especially when I am trying hard to pay off my debts. I try to be careful throughout the month and only buy essentials. I rarely socialise.

I had a gambling problem a few years ago but managed to stop and get back on track. I want to do that again. I am OK most of the time but when I get my wages, I feel like dabbling, hoping to win big so I can be debt-free.

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TEENS are bound to clash with their parents but that doesn’t mean it is OK for them to be threatening or disruptive at home.

My Troubles With Teenagers e-leaflet can help enforce boundaries. For a copy, email the address below or message me on Facebook.

DEIDRE SAYS: You have taken the important first step by deciding you want to change your behaviour.

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All work and no play can build too much pressure, so allow yourself some monthly cash for a modest social life. It should ease the temp-tation to gamble on pay day.

GamCare (gamcare.org.uk, 0808 8020 133) offers advice to help you quit.

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