Sir,my son is a habitual gambler and bets on cricket matches,plays high stakes in cards and also gambles heavily in casinos,whenever he gets the chance.He has shown a desire to quit after loosing substantially and with the family pressure to do so .We want him to be admitted to a centre which specialises in such treatment.He is obese and a heavy smoker also.We can afford good treatment and want to know how to approach this issue.
Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much.  Gambling addiction is destructive one. Bankruptcy, job loss, depression, anxiety, loss of friends and family and of course suicide, these are the possible after effects. It is not easy to make him leave gambling. He needs to be made aware of its consequences. This awareness can be given with a counseling session. The following steps are essential1. His willingness to leave gambling2. He needs to find a productive alternative to gambling.3. He should always remember how he feels when he loses while gambling4. There are so many books on gambling addiction. He should read them.5. Entrust all his money with a close family member6. He should insist himself that No cheating.7. Addiction counselor should be consulted often. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this website. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques which should help you cure your condition further. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck.