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Former Executive's Battle with Gambling Addiction Sparks Urgent Call for Intervention

8/16/2025

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Story summary

Tracy Page, a former executive, faced family loss and homelessness due to gambling addiction, leading to a suicide attempt.
She survived but went bankrupt, accumulating £50,000 in debt.
Page links her addiction to targeted online gambling ads for women.
After treatment, she stresses the need for early intervention in addiction.
UK statistics indicate an increasing number of women suffering from gambling-related harm.

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Story summary

Tracy Page, a former executive, faced family loss and homelessness due to gambling addiction, leading to a suicide attempt.
She survived but went bankrupt, accumulating £50,000 in debt.
Page links her addiction to targeted online gambling ads for women.
After treatment, she stresses the need for early intervention in addiction.
UK statistics indicate an increasing number of women suffering from gambling-related harm.