People from the West Midlands are 25% more likely than the rest of the UK to suffer harm from gambling, data collected by a charity has revealed. Figures show about 168,000 adults in the region find their gambling is damaging them or their family and it often disrupts their daily life and career. A Staffordshire woman who overcame a 12-year gambling addiction has joined a campaign to help others suffering from gambling harm. 'I felt deep shame'While working in the corporate recruitment industry Bianca Colclough, 43, was hiding a secret addiction to slot machines and casinos. Follow BBC West Midlands on Facebook, X, and Instagram, Send your story ideas to: newsonline.westmidlands@bbc.co.ukRelated Internet LinksMore on this story

Source: Huffington Post March 06, 2024 09:20 UTC