Ask Me Anything: A Parent’s Perspective on Navigating a Child’s Gambling Addiction
May 1 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Date & Time: May 1, 2026 01:00 PM in ET
Description: Join Kim Freudenberg, the mother of a young person impacted by gambling addiction, for an open conversation about what it means to support a child through gambling-related harm. Drawing from her lived experience, Kim will share insights into the emotional, financial, and relational impacts gambling addiction can have on parents and caregivers. This interactive Ask Me Anything session will explore the realities of recognizing harm, navigating treatment and recovery systems, advocating for appropriate care, and seeking support as a loved one, with attendees encouraged to bring questions and engage in a candid dialogue centered on the parent experience.
Speakers: Kim Freudenberg
Register Here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fbvMpHHlQZe0dDQ2IHxs8A#/registration
Kim is President of Parents Standing Together and a high school science educator. After discovering that her son experienced gambling-related harm beginning at age 11, she committed to learning about gambling disorder and how it impacts families. In 2025, Kim organized a small support group for parents that grew into Parents Standing Together, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness about youth gambling and supporting affected families. She has completed coursework toward the International Gambling Recovery Specialist certification and is currently accruing hours toward full certification. She is committed to education, connection, and prevention to protect young people.