My best friend is hiding a gambling problem, and I need to get some advice and help for her. I told her I am worried for her and that she should go to GA but she just laughed it off and told me she was fine.

There is a new group set up for gamblers called gamcare i'm not sure if they have a chatroom, but I wouldn't recommend seeking help for your friend as she will need to realise herself that she has a problem.

How does gambling addiction affect friends and co-workers of the gambler? How does gambling addiction affect friends and co-workers of the gambler?

He'll want to borrow money and won't show up on time 'cause he was up all weekend in Atlantic City.