Family and Friends Archives

Gaming Safety

18th September 2020

New research has highlighted key advice for parents and carers on how to control online /in-app purchases for young people and help to keep them safe.

Connection Matters

10th September 2020

This World Suicide Prevention Day, guest blogger Matt, 26 from Kent, shares his experience of gambling harms and why it’s important to stay connected.

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Gambling Support for Offenders

10th July 2020

GamCare hosted a dedicated chatroom for people in touch with the criminal justice system (CJS) who are harmed by gambling this week – our blog rounds up the top advice and resources discussed.

Gambling and Family Finances

3rd July 2020

Our blog this week looks at how partners and family members can protect their finances if someone they care about has a gambling problem.

Tackling A Gambling Problem

19th June 2020

Catherine explores why the return of live sport, including Premier League football this week, could be difficult for some.

Jasmine’s Story

5th June 2020

Jasmine shares her experiences of gambling harms.

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Giving Young People the Facts About Gambling

15th May 2020

Guest blogger Matt considers why it’s so important for young people to hear about gambling in formal education, and how GamCare’s new programme with YGAM will help.

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Helen’s Story

21st February 2020

Helen, 38 from London, has felt the impact of her father’s compulsion to gamble.

Finding A Positive Outlook

17th January 2020

Ahead of Blue Monday – supposedly the most downbeat day of the year – we’re sharing some tips on how to stay positive.

New Year, New Mindset?

3rd January 2020

Guest blogger Fay looks at how we develop emotional resilience, and how this can help manage a recovery from gambling problems.