39: Chris Murphy’s gambling addiction recovery
10/19/21 • 45 min
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Chris Murphy became addicted to gambling at age 17, within weeks of placing his first bet he was gambling daily and beginning a downward spiral that eventually led to a suicide attempt. He’s now employed at Sporting Chance as a communications manager and gambling education facilitator as well as working as a darts commentator.
This is his inspiring story of resilience and recovery.
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Chris Murphy became addicted to gambling at age 17, within weeks of placing his first bet he was gambling daily and beginning a downward spiral that eventually led to a suicide attempt. He’s now employed at Sporting Chance as a communications manager and gambling education facilitator as well as working as a darts commentator.
This is his inspiring story of resilience and recovery.
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In the UK or Spain and need to complete a tax return? Get 10% off at TaxScouts
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