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The Too Hard Basket - Gambling related suicides

The shame and stigma of gambling and debt can push level-headed people to consider serious harm

The shame and stigma of gambling and debt can push level-headed people to consider serious harm Source: Getty / sanjeri/Getty Images

In this episode of the Too Hard Basket series, we look at the taboo topic of gambling-related suicides. How can the shame and stigma of gambling and debt push level-headed people to consider serious, irreversible harm, and what needs to be done to make meaningful change?


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By Brooke Young

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In this episode of the Too Hard Basket series, we look at the taboo topic of gambling-related suicides. How can the shame and stigma of gambling and debt push level-headed people to consider serious, irreversible harm, and what needs to be done to make meaningful change?


If you or anyone you know needs support call Lifeline 131 114. You can also reach out to a financial counsellor on the National Debt helpline on 1800 007 007, or through live chat nth.org.au, or Gambler's help on 1800 858 858.

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