According to CBC News, the investigation titled “We often try suicide: The hidden cost of problem gambling in Canada” finds that a significant number of individuals struggling with gambling addiction have attempted suicide. The report includes testimonies and data illustrating the link between compulsive gambling and suicide attempts. The article emphasizes that the societal cost of gambling extends far beyond financial loss, highlighting severe mental health consequences for affected Canadians. It calls for greater awareness and expanded support services to address this hidden crisis.
Source: CBC News.
