Terry realized when he was 5 years old that he was more into food than plating with other kids. His gambling addiction started at a weekend pokies venue visit when he was just 16 – pulling the leaver felt like heaven. After being picked on as a kid due to his weight he started a successful boxing career as a kid but gave up to be with girls. Gambling became problematic and he managed to stay in GA for 3 ½ years. Overeating again and in difficult relationships he found SLAA and then OA to deal with his serious food and love addictions. Terry re-joined GA again seriously after a 10 year break and has now found recovery in each fellowship.

Contacting those 12th step fellowships:

• Gamblers Anonymous:– gaaustralia.org.au
• Overeaters Anonymous: – oa.org.au
• Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous: – slaa.org.au