I stopped paying for food and heating to spend it gambling - my period made it worse
Summary
The article discusses women who struggle with gambling addiction, focusing on how their menstrual cycles may influence their gambling behaviors. Researchers and a gambling charity are studying if hormonal changes from menstrual cycles affect gambling habits. Two women, Kiki Marriott and Abbie Harvey, share personal experiences about how their addiction was impacted by their menstrual cycles.Key Facts
- Kiki Marriott, from London, said her gambling worsened before her period, affecting decisions like skipping food and heating to afford gambling.
- She noticed increased impulsivity and compulsive gambling behaviors around the time of her menstrual cycle.
- Kiki sought help from GamCare’s National Gambling Helpline after reaching a crisis point.
- Abbie Harvey from south Wales also felt her urge to gamble intensified before and during her period, leading to over £20,000 in losses.
- Both women received treatment at a rehabilitation center in north Wales.
- Researchers and a gambling charity are exploring links between menstrual cycle hormonal changes and gambling behaviors.
- The UK body that regulates commercial gambling supports the study.
- This article includes sensitive content related to mental health and suicidal thoughts.
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