15 guides in this section
I relapsed after quitting gambling. What should I do?Does a relapse mean I failed?How do I start over after gambling again?Why did I gamble after months without it?What are common gambling relapse triggers?How do I make a relapse-prevention plan?How do I tell my support person I relapsed?Should I reset my recovery date after a relapse?How do I stop one slip from becoming a binge?How do I rebuild trust after a gambling relapse?What should I learn from a relapse?How do I stay motivated after a setback?How do I celebrate recovery milestones without gambling?What does long-term recovery look like?How do I handle holidays and vacations in recovery?
Common questions
- What does the Relapse & Recovery section cover?
- Slips, triggers, restarting and staying strong for the long run.
- What can I do right now?
- Stop now. One slip does not have to become a binge. Remove access again: delete the app, hand over the card. Tell your support person today. Saying it out loud makes the shame smaller.
- What about the next 24 hours?
- Write down what led to the relapse: time, place, feeling, money. Restart your blocks and self-exclusions. Be kind to yourself. Recovery is progress, not perfection.
- Who can I talk to?
- Call or text 646-721-2056 to talk to a real person. For the national gambling helpline, call 1-800-MY-RESET (1-800-697-3738). If you feel unsafe, call or text 988.