Problem gambling (PrG) can have serious personal and interpersonal consequences, often going unrecognized, especially among those not seeking treatment. A study examined how men and women with past-year PrG described stressful life events (SLEs) linked to their gambling. Researchers analyzed open-ended responses from 218 U.S. adults who reported gambling-related SLEs in a community survey. Eight categories of harm were identified: material loss, living paycheck to paycheck, mental health issues, relationship distress, guilt, victimization, perpetration, and extreme cases involving crises like suicidality and legal troubles. These harms affected individuals from various socioeconomic backgrounds, including those who considered themselves privileged. Most participants had not sought treatment, even though they connected their gambling to distressing events. The study introduces the term “Translucent Voices” to describe individuals from relatively privileged backgrounds whose suffering is often overlooked by traditional care systems. The findings suggest a need for equitable detection and responses to gambling-related issues. The study recommends expanding public health frameworks for identifying and assisting these individuals through routine screenings in accessible service settings, like financial counseling and primary care, to prevent further harm.