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Episode Synopsis
For most of us, games are a fun hobby. But for some people, they can be genuinely problematic. Cam Adair struggled with gaming addiction for ten years, until he hit rock bottom. Now he's working to ensure compassion and support is available for others like him, in a community where addiction is often overlooked or misunderstood. Episode Transcript, References & ResourcesBecome a Gameplay MemberJoin our DiscordFollow Gameplay on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and TwitchIf this story brought up any issues for you, help is available:Australia: • Call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au• Call Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800 or visit kidshelpline.com.au United States: • Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 1-800-273-8255 or visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org• Message the Crisis Text Line on 741741 or visit crisistextline.orgCanada:• Call the Canada Suicide Prevention Service on 18334564566 or visit crisisservicescanada.ca• Call the Kids Help Phone on 1-800-668-6868 or visit kidshelpphone.ca United Kingdom: • Call Samaritans on 116 123 or visit samaritans.org• Text Shout on 85258 or visit giveusashout.orgFor additional countries, visit suicidestop.com
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