Disclaimer: This podcast will be discussing sensitive topics around gambling harms which some may find triggering. For 24/7 support please call the National Gambling Helpline free on 0808 8020 133.

In this episode, we’re joined by Cat, who explains how creative writing and journalism aided her recovery. She also shares the moment she decided to make a change in her life and the support network that helped her take the first steps.

Throughout this series of New Beginnings, mental health campaigner and broadcaster Natasha Devon is joined by Lisa Walker, New Beginnings lead facilitator and expert by experience, to explore the realities of gambling harms. While often discussed in broad terms, these issues are deeply personal—especially for women, whose experiences are too often overlooked.

• Samaritans: www.samaritans.org / 116 123 (24/7)

• Hub of Hope: hubofhope.co.uk

• Mind: www.mind.org.uk

• Gamble Aware: www.gambleaware.org (24/7 Free help, UK)

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