We Asked a Gambling Addict 22 Tough Questions | Honesty Box

In this episode of Honesty Box, former professional cricketer and recovering gambling addict Patrick Foster answers the internet’s biggest questions about gambling addiction. Patrick opens up about the first bet that changed his life, how gambling became a hidden 24/7 addiction, and the devastating impact it had on his finances, career, relationships and mental health. He also discusses the reality of online gambling, the shame and secrecy that often comes with addiction, and the long road to recovery after reaching rock bottom. This is a powerful conversation about addiction, accountability, recovery and why asking for help is only the beginning. This episode contains discussions of gambling addiction, debt, mental health and suicide that some viewers may find distressing. If you or someone you know has been affected by gambling addiction, support is available through organisations such as GamCare and the National Gambling Helpline. Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:31 Who were you before you were addicted? 01:20 Were you addicted from the first gamble? 02:32 At its worst, how often were you gambling? 03:53 Do you have an addictive personality? 04:56 When did you realise you were addicted? 05:56 How does gambling addiction differ from alcohol or drugs? 07:28 What’s the biggest amount you won and lost? 08:10 Is addiction a disease or a choice? 08:50 What’s the worst thing you did to fuel your addiction? 10:37 What did your addiction feel like? 11:49 Do you think betting should be illegal? 12:39 How did you hide your addiction? 15:00 How much money do you think you lost overall? 16:45 What was your lowest moment mentally? 17:36 Is gambling addiction mainly a male problem? 18:50 Have you been tempted to gamble since you stopped? 19:32 Are you still in debt? 20:41 What was your road to recovery? 22:13 How has technology contributed to gambling addiction? 24:01 Are gambling warnings on adverts enough? 24:43 What advice would you give someone in denial? 26:02 Who did you hurt most other than yourself? 👀 Welcome to LADbible Stories - the home of raw interviews, real people, and powerful documentaries. From Minutes With and The Meet, to the brutally honest Honesty Box, we shine a light on untold human experiences. Subscribe now for content that moves you. 📲 Subscribe to LADbible Stories: @ladbiblestories 📺 Want more from the LADbible universe? LADbible Entertainment: @ladbible SPORTbible: @SPORTbible