“I had insomnia”: Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte details his struggles with gambling addiction
Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte publicly shared his battle with a near $90,000 gambling addiction, stemming from recovery and mental health struggles.Summary
New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte revealed his struggles with a gambling addiction that began during his time at LSU, where he lost nearly $90,000. He described how easily accessible gambling apps fueled his addiction, leading to sleepless nights and a constant desire to recoup losses. Boutte connected his gambling to a period of recovery from an injury and the mental health challenges that followed, including pain medication and feelings of frustration and depression. He emphasized the isolating nature of the addiction and the feeling of losing touch with reality. Ultimately, Boutte credits his recovery to regaining his physical health and becoming a father, which motivated him to change his lifestyle and prioritize his mental well-being, eventually leading him to the NFL.
(Source：Times of India)