I Thought I Was in Control: A True Story of Gambling Addiction and Recovery (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798278856566)

The Constant Risk takes you inside the real psychology of gambling addiction-how it slowly hijacks the brain, distorts judgment, and turns hope into a trap. This book doesn't rely on clichés or quick fixes. Instead, it reveals the silent patterns, emotional triggers, and mental loops that keep people gambling long after the fun is gone.

Written with brutal honesty and deep understanding, this book explores:

• Why gambling feels impossible to stop-even when you want to

• How the "almost win" rewires the brain and fuels obsession

• The emotional pain, shame, and isolation most gamblers hide

• Why willpower alone is never enough

• Practical ways to begin reclaiming control-mentally and emotionally

Whether you are struggling with gambling yourself, supporting someone who is, or trying to understand an addiction that often goes unseen, The Constant Risk offers clarity, compassion, and a path forward.

This is not a book about gambling.
It's a book about control, denial, loss, and recovery.

Because the greatest risk isn't losing money.
It's losing yourself.