Adult son with Aspergers gambling

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While I'm not an expert, I can offer some suggestions you might find helpful. First, consider reaching out to local support groups or organizations that specialize in assisting individuals with Asperger's and addiction issues. They might be able to provide guidance and resources specifically tailored to your son's situation.

 I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you and your son are facing. Dealing with a gambling addiction can be really tough, especially when combined with other circumstances like Asperger's. It's great that you've already taken some steps to help him, such as attending Gamblers Anonymous and cutting off access to bank cards.

I'm really sorry to hear about your son's situation. It's tough when there's no funding for adult diagnosis, but it's great that you've taken steps to address his gambling addiction. Going to Gamblers Anonymous and cutting off his access to cards and gambling sites are important first steps.

Hi, I'm 51yr old with undiagnosed ASD (assessment in 2 weeks time).  I have had behavioural addiction and think you are doing the right thing getting him involved in a Steps program which AA will help with.  Can you not use the NHS right to choose system in Scotland? That's what I'm going through.  I think the understanding about the reason our brain makes us feel the way we do is crucial also.  Would be good to push for a diagnosis IMO

Good luck to you all

I'm in the same situation, and I appreciate your advice, folks. It's helped a lot. 

It's great that you've made him attend Gamblers Anonymous and cut off access to credit cards and gambling sites. You're doing the right thing by taking action to address the issue. In addition to those steps, you may also consider seeking professional help from a therapist or counselor who has experience with gambling addiction and Aspergers. They may be able to provide additional guidance and support. Remember to take care of yourself, too, as dealing with a loved one's addiction can be challenging. If you need more information or resources, check out annecocukbeslenmesi.org for some insights.

I'm sorry to hear about your son's struggles with gambling addiction. It's great that you have taken the steps to help him by encouraging him to attend Gamblers Anonymous and taking away his bank cards. It's important to continue to provide support and encourage him to seek professional help as well. There are many resources available, such as therapy and counseling, that can help individuals with gambling addiction. It's also important to have open and honest conversations with your son about his addiction and to offer non-judgmental support. Remember, recovery is a journey, and it's important to stay patient and positive throughout the process. If you're looking for additional resources or support, you can visit www.elculturalsanmartin.org/ for more information.

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Thank you so much for this insight. Our daughter is addicted to online shopping but the reasons seem to be similar to your past addiction issues. 

Hey there! I just stumbled upon your old thread about your son's gambling addiction and I wanted to offer some help if you still need it. I can only imagine how tough it must be to deal with that. It's great that you've already taken some steps to help him out, like making him go to Gamblers Anonymous and cutting off his access to credit cards and gambling sites. One thing you could try is finding a therapist who specializes in addiction and Aspergers. They might be able to help your son develop some strategies for avoiding triggers and coping mechanisms. I also wanted to ask if you've heard of "paras kasino ilman rekisteröitymistä"? It means "best casino without registration." It's an online casino that doesn't require users to create an account, which can make it easier for people to gamble impulsively without thinking about the consequences. It might be worth looking into whether your son has been using these types of sites. Just know that you're not alone in this. Addiction is a tough thing to deal with, but with the right support and resources, your son can overcome it.

Take a list of all this traits to the doctor and tell them about his gambling addiction because obsessions is a trait.

This is the first time I've seen this forum, but I've already been exposed to your situation. It's understandable that you're worried and don't know how to deal with it. In terms of what else you can do, have you considered speaking to a professional counselor or therapist who specializes in addiction? They may be able to offer some valuable advice and support for both you and your son. If you want him to stop being influenced by other players, then you may need a [link removed by mod]. It's also important to continue monitoring his behavior and having open and honest conversations with him about his addiction and its impact on his life.

For people with Asperger's syndrome, if they do go to specialists, it is most often because of alcohol or other addictions. Sometimes they are misdiagnosed as schizotypal, schizoid, paranoid, or other personality disorders, as well as nonspecific psychosis and depression. In this case, they are recommended a treatment regimen that not only does not have the desired effect but also further aggravates the patient's condition. Of course, gambling is not appropriate for your son as a hobby. But he can, instead of gambling, watch reviews on it https://wildcardcityvip.com/. It would help if you saw a specialist start treatment.

I would definitely apply to be his appointee if he in receipt of benefit you can control his spends and make decisions on his behalf, also refer him to the mental health teas to support him with his addiction. 

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First off u need to claim as an advocate for him to help control his money, u can provide bank statements showing his addiction, secondly explain how he can play for free play without real money and maybe suggest another Thame like warcraft that doesn’t involve gambling but encourages social interaction 

My dad is about 60 years old, and got into gambling in his 20's-- It's been a HUGE issue my whole life, and has put our family in financial trouble many times. He lost his 30-year job as a pastor about 10 years ago, and has been really depressed ever since.

Anyhow, my brother teaches at a VERY conservative boarding school and my parents just moved on campus to see the grand kids more. There is a casino within driving distance that we took him to and had him sign the lifetime agreement that he isn't allowed to gamble there and will get arrested if caught.... but he isn't stopping and it is putting my brother in a rough spot, cause if my dad was to get arrested, and if people at the school found out (since my dad lives on campus) my brother could lose his job.

Gamblers anonymous didn't help at all (he went for 4 years)-- he is a compulsive liar about the gambling, so it is tough to have any sort of accountability-- cause when you talk to him about it, he might apologize, cry, or tell you something that makes you think he is sincere about stopping this time-- but he doesn't.

He was diagnosed with Aspergers in his 40's when the brother I mentioned earlier was first diagnosed.

I guess my question is, what can we as a family do to get him some real help?

Everything you could have done, you've already done. Your son is a big enough boy to decide what he wants to do. But he is not independent enough to pay his debts. Why don't you stop [removed by mod] him? He will learn to take responsibility for his debts and his actions. After all, Asperger's is a form of autism and has nothing to do with gambling addiction. A friend of mine was also addicted to gambling at [removed by mod] but he was able to consume information in doses and didn't spend more than he earned. I trusted him and never lectured him. So your son, at 24, has the right to decide what to do with his debts.

And he needs to understand for himself that gambling is a bad habit. My friend was also a gamer, but he overcame this addiction. He found one site [removed by Mod] there he chose the best casino (according to this site) and staked all his savings. Of course, he lost everything, and immediately after that, his desire to gamble completely disappeared, and for more than two years, he has not gambled. Your son can still try to see a psychologist. I hope you can beat this addiction.

Well, first of all, you need to realize that this is rather your son's problem.