Anna saw gambling as harmless fun. Here's what she wished she knew (opens original article in a new tab)

Anna Bardsley, who initially saw gambling as harmless, later realized its harmful effects and now advocates for awareness of gambling addiction.

• Anna Bardsley initially viewed gambling as harmless fun but later realized its harmful effects.
• The gambling industry is increasingly targeting women through feminized marketing strategies on social media.
• Experts note that gambling can lead to addiction, with early signs including psychological stress and using gambling as an escape.