# Their Son’s Secret Gambling Addiction Tore Their Family Apart

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Podcast: [ODAAT Gambling Awareness](https://stenobird.com/podcast/odaat-gambling-awareness-7028015)
Published: 2026-06-14T18:41:32+00:00
Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/odaatrecovery/2914563
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## Resource

Parents share how their son’s gambling addiction nearly destroyed their family. 🤝 How I Quit Gambling: https://youtu.be/NurCWVRYVEY?si=zzmegEOfNIxqmomg 🙌 Gamban has just launched a new Discord platform for those looking to chat about gambling addiction and recovery in partnership with the CSGO team Ecstatic! Sign up here: https://discord.gg/mYJYCEN2ch Link to Ranjana and Vasker's nonprofit they work with to help parents: https://parentsstandingtogether.org/ In this episode, Rob is joined by Ranjana and Vasker, two parents who share the painful story of how their son’s gambling addiction began in college with poker and eventually escalated into sports betting, casinos, financial secrecy, lying, and a family crisis. This channel is dedicated to spreading awareness about gambling addiction and helping individuals better understand the risks of excessive gambling. Through powerful storytelling, educational content, and real-life experiences, we aim to shine a light on the dangers of gambling and provide tools for recovery. Whether you're seeking help, supporting a loved one, or simply looking to learn more, our mission is to create a safe space for open conversations about gambling addiction. 🙏🏻 Recovery Resources: https://odaatgamblingawareness.com/resources 👀 Do you have a gambling addiction? Watch this to find out: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPmaejpuzCcnfWaFOaPt2mSu&si=_pg9d3S7ddsnX-xb 1️⃣ First day trying to stop gambling? Start here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQirxbLdrgPneNZshy-heKIhm9ftfqpwm&si=RgIHxiIJjC0Wi7yr 🧐 Recently Relapse? Watch This: https://youtu.be/QB2eJmU86Bk?si=vsTdyeXYhO4Kj1qz 😅 Subscribe To Avoid Making The Same Mistakes I Did: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH8s1lNHQbXzltQg_aXMAQA?sub_confirmation=1

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