11-23-2005, 06:56 PM
I have a friend who has a gambling problem. He is a pretty good player but has no concept of money management. He is in school and is supporting himself with student loans. However, he uses his loan money to keep playing. He has lost a lot of money in the last nine months and is also in some serious debt. I have told him numerous times to get a job but he refuses to do so. He has a low work ethic. I am very worried about him, because of all this debt and the fact that he doesn't realize how screwed he is. What should I do? I told him he should quit or at the least get a debt counselor but he sees gambling as the only solution to his problem. I don't think his parents know the full situation and would obviously be concerned.
Overall, I am concerned for him and I want him to set things straight. Does he need to hit complete bottom for this to set in? What should I do here? Please help. Thank you.
Overall, I am concerned for him and I want him to set things straight. Does he need to hit complete bottom for this to set in? What should I do here? Please help. Thank you.