Gambling is Addictive...Pay Attention to your Gambling Habit!!!

[ReiMomo]

Some people have strong issue due gambling, they can't stop gambling, unfortunately they are just addicted.
I am curious to understand why some people become addicted while other not. It's not just a matter of self discipline. Probably there is a mechanism on human brain that can allow this issue, like drug addiction.
As reported by OP and It's always true, play for fun.
NEVER try to recover the losses since it will generate a negative effect were people are forced to play more ( = losing even more!)

I've read that there are underlying conditions why a gambling addict got addicted to gambling, it can be depression, anxiety, sadness, drug addiction, longing, and etc. They are addicted because there is something within, it's one of a reason why almost everyone here are talking about getting a professional, cause the professional will help you pinpoint that specific problem within to control your addiction. Some can do it themselves but some really need to talk with the professionals.

If you have felt something different in your self that you didn't expected and you always seeking a gambling activity, you should pay attention to this because gambling addict is really hard to cure and it needs usually days or weeks. Why we are letting our self to be addicted in gambling, if you are already self oriented, you can gamble regularly and has a limit in your self.

Poor people like us I guess will not be focus on gambling, gambling is those for wealthy people that can afford their luxury.

[Becky666]

Addictive gamblers should understand that, their addiction doesn't only affect them but other in the family. Whenever such a gambler get into a dipper loss financially while gambling it also have great impact to their respective families. So, having the habit of addiction isn't a joking stuff but serious issues which should be address with immediate effect. As a gambler, ensure to pay close attention to your habit towards addiction, this will help keep families in good health.

[maydna]

Addictive gamblers should understand that, their addiction doesn't only affect them but other in the family. Whenever such a gambler get into a dipper loss financially while gambling it also have great impact to their respective families. So, having the habit of addiction isn't a joking stuff but serious issues which should be address with immediate effect. As a gambler, ensure to pay close attention to your habit towards addiction, this will help keep families in good health.

That will happen if that gambler uses the money for his family. If he can hold himself for using that money, I think he will still have the money to buy his family's needs. But many people out there can use their family money to gamble because they think that they can double the money from gambling. But the fact is they can't always get the chance to do that because gambling can't be predicted.

A gambler might forget about controlling and managing his money when they play gambling because we know how gambling can invite them to go deeper into the games.

[robelneo]

Addictive gamblers should understand that, their addiction doesn't only affect them but other in the family. Whenever such a gambler get into a dipper loss financially while gambling it also have great impact to their respective families.

That's true that is why they kept this addiction from their family they do not want to get exposed because if they do they will be in trouble and there will be friction in the family and this will cause a lot of issue once exposed, gamblers will also in denial if you asked them if they are gambling to much,this is so they can defend themselves that they can still go to the gambling table.

[samputin]

you know what , you are such a good example . i read your story carefully and i figured out that you arent the one that has a problem but it was your best friend  . you can gamble responsibly but your verry humble because you have quit gambling for good  , not the total quit ofc  .

please dont be tired helping your best friend , i mean not in a way of lending him money so that he can gamble again but the help in the form of spiritual and mental advice   . good bless to the both of you   

You're right there, dude. From the story, his friend's wife left him because of his gambling addiction which causes him to withdraw money from his wife's bank account. Since he's alone, there's a possibility that his situation would go worse. That's why, op should guide his friend. He's the one who is in a better condition so he should help his friend overcome his current situation.

And this should be a lesson and a reminder to all of us not to make gambling a habit and to learn to control ourselves and our emotions towards it. Better safe than sorry.

[smyslov]

Everybody knows how addictive gambling is even gamblers knows that, but they denied it even if they are losing thousands of dollars, they will keep defending that they are still able to recover the lost money, when in fact they really are not, they are lying about their gambling activities because they do now want people questioning about their gambling activities.

[Wexnident]

Well, the best you can probably do is introduce a new hobby, one that would take up most of his time, so as to make him avoid gambling. Though without the will to actually stop and change, nothing much can be helped with it. Nonetheless, you can't really change addicts with irl experience, believe me. They'd need to actually WANT to change, and that''s a hard thing to do for an addict. Still, a big help though to those people who are on the verge of going addict, since really, the only thing that separates addicts form normal gamblers is probably fear. Fear of various things, from fear of losing money, fear of having nothing left, fear of being shunned, etc.

[BitcoinPanther]

Some people have strong issue due gambling, they can't stop gambling, unfortunately they are just addicted.
I am curious to understand why some people become addicted while other not. It's not just a matter of self discipline. Probably there is a mechanism on human brain that can allow this issue, like drug addiction.
As reported by OP and It's always true, play for fun.
NEVER try to recover the losses since it will generate a negative effect were people are forced to play more ( = losing even more!)

I've read that there are underlying conditions why a gambling addict got addicted to gambling, it can be depression, anxiety, sadness, drug addiction, longing, and etc. They are addicted because there is something within, it's one of a reason why almost everyone here are talking about getting a professional, cause the professional will help you pinpoint that specific problem within to control your addiction. Some can do it themselves but some really need to talk with the professionals.

When it comes to addiction it has something to do with the a hormone that is explained here.

When we think about addiction’s chemical components, many people call to mind the chemical messengers in the brain that increase or decrease when substances with a potential for abuse are consumed. Even if you’re not a neuroscience buff, you’ve probably heard of at least one of the following: dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, GABA (gamma aminobutyrate), or glutamate. Each of these neurotransmitters (the chemical messengers through which brain cells communicate) influence our perception and experience of reward, motivation, pleasure, inhibition, or disinhibition.

Anyway, one of the best method to combat addiction is thru self-moderation.  Self discipline and self check should be done regularly in order to monitor how we are in terms of gambling addiction.

[Mahanton]

Addictive gamblers should understand that, their addiction doesn't only affect them but other in the family. Whenever such a gambler get into a dipper loss financially while gambling it also have great impact to their respective families. So, having the habit of addiction isn't a joking stuff but serious issues which should be address with immediate effect. As a gambler, ensure to pay close attention to your habit towards addiction, this will help keep families in good health.

That will happen if that gambler uses the money for his family. If he can hold himself for using that money, I think he will still have the money to buy his family's needs. But many people out there can use their family money to gamble because they think that they can double the money from gambling. But the fact is they can't always get the chance to do that because gambling can't be predicted.

A gambler might forget about controlling and managing his money when they play gambling because we know how gambling can invite them to go deeper into the games.

If you are a type of person who dont have much good control of finances then better quit gambling while still early or you still you can because high chances that you would really be put up into these kind of hardship or consequences in life if you do proceed yet chances for you to get wrecked is high since you dont know on how to control your money.

Its not bad to gamble but everything should be on moderation as we all know but majority do really lapse and do fail to do so.Making it as a habit? It shouldnt be unless if you do
have some money allocated or save up just for gambling and dont tend to make use other amounts or money allocated for another important things in life.

You would be putting yourself into a big trouble if you do let your addiction control you.

[maydna]

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If you are a type of person who dont have much good control of finances then better quit gambling while still early or you still you can because high chances that you would really be put up into these kind of hardship or consequences in life if you do proceed yet chances for you to get wrecked is high since you dont know on how to control your money.

Its not bad to gamble but everything should be on moderation as we all know but majority do really lapse and do fail to do so.Making it as a habit? It shouldnt be unless if you do
have some money allocated or save up just for gambling and dont tend to make use other amounts or money allocated for another important things in life.

You would be putting yourself into a big trouble if you do let your addiction control you.

That is why we see many people ruin their lives because of playing gambling without having control. They don't know how to limit their money, but they still put more money into their balance to continue playing gambling. Once I am in those situations, it is not easy to reject gambling because the games were so attractive.

But then, I am fortunate that I can remember about something that makes me stop gambling for a while and do that thing. It really helps me realize that gambling was only the way to enjoy life and kill boredom. From that moment, I always use some money and limit my time in gambling because I don't want to become an addicting gambler.

I hope we can always remember that our life is not for playing gambling by spending money, although our life is a gamble.

[shoreno]

Everybody knows how addictive gambling is even gamblers knows that, but they denied it even if they are losing thousands of dollars,  they are lying about their gambling activities because they do now want people questioning about their gambling activities.

if thats true then no one is addicted on gambling now but no because there are still but not to the people that denied it . lying is bad but they have no choice to do it especially if thier parents was questioning them and if the money they spend on gambling is thier parents money

they will keep defending that they are still able to recover the lost money, when in fact they really are not,

no we shouldnt say that because we dont know whats going on behind the scenes . sometimes theyl they lie but what if they win on the next day or two . they show that they dont easily give up and they keep on believing that they can win which is a good spirit .

[glowing10]

Everybody knows how addictive gambling is even gamblers knows that, but they denied it even if they are losing thousands of dollars, they will keep defending that they are still able to recover the lost money, when in fact they really are not, they are lying about their gambling activities because they do now want people questioning about their gambling activities.

Nobody is going to be affected other than that person and his friend or near ones if they end up being addictive to gambling or lost a huge money in gambling. We all can provide advice of what is wrong or could be harmful in the end and to follow or not to follow is an individual choice. But yes, it feels bad when we hear the stories how people have lost badly not only money but also effected their relationship, mental health etc.

[Pamadar]

Everybody knows how addictive gambling is even gamblers knows that, but they denied it even if they are losing thousands of dollars, they will keep defending that they are still able to recover the lost money, when in fact they really are not, they are lying about their gambling activities because they do now want people questioning about their gambling activities.

Nobody is going to be affected other than that person and his friend or near ones if they end up being addictive to gambling or lost a huge money in gambling. We all can provide advice of what is wrong or could be harmful in the end and to follow or not to follow is an individual choice. But yes, it feels bad when we hear the stories how people have lost badly not only money but also effected their relationship, mental health etc.

The worse part is not just the money but the relationship and the mental health conditions that really affects the persons attitude after losing that such amount of money. Most of them are living with regrets and frustrations, they are trying to think over and over on why they allow that huge loses to happened them.

[Cratoon]

The worse part is not just the money but the relationship and the mental health conditions that really affects the persons attitude after losing that such amount of money. Most of them are living with regrets and frustrations, they are trying to think over and over on why they allow that huge loses to happened them.

Same goes with any strong addiction...

I think people who gamble regularly are addicted to walking the edge, the feeling of adrenaline.

If a person can't afford gambling this person should really look elsewhere for that adrenaline boost or just learn to live peacefully

[leea-1334]

Addictive gamblers should understand that, their addiction doesn't only affect them but other in the family. Whenever such a gambler get into a dipper loss financially while gambling it also have great impact to their respective families. So, having the habit of addiction isn't a joking stuff but serious issues which should be address with immediate effect. As a gambler, ensure to pay close attention to your habit towards addiction, this will help keep families in good health.

I am sure many of them realize this,,, I mean all the guys I know who have a gambling problem feel this pressure and acknowledge it. They may not say it all of the time but when they do confide about it,,, you can feel they are full of guilt and shame. But people need to understand that this is why addictions are problematic.

Alcohol, drugs, gambling,,, the victims all feel shame and guilt but they mentally just cannot deal with it.

[Becky666]

Addictive gamblers should understand that, their addiction doesn't only affect them but other in the family. Whenever such a gambler get into a dipper loss financially while gambling it also have great impact to their respective families. So, having the habit of addiction isn't a joking stuff but serious issues which should be address with immediate effect. As a gambler, ensure to pay close attention to your habit towards addiction, this will help keep families in good health.

That will happen if that gambler uses the money for his family. If he can hold himself for using that money, I think he will still have the money to buy his family's needs. But many people out there can use their family money to gamble because they think that they can double the money from gambling. But the fact is they can't always get the chance to do that because gambling can't be predicted.

A gambler might forget about controlling and managing his money when they play gambling because we know how gambling can invite them to go deeper into the games.

Very true, this  has once happened to me.  On that faithful day I was with the mindset of gambling with the family fund in order to make some gains before proceed for the message but unfortunately lost all funds in the process. Though I regretted my actions and have learned my lessons.

Gambling has a bad friendly spirit which will always insist you play more when at lost. Setting limit while get involve into gambling Should be embrace.

[cabron]

The temptation is sometimes unbearable that a gambler will sometimes take a risk. I wouldn;t consider it like he lose control nor him being cursed but it does happen every time when there is the need to make money in the easiest possible. The only exception that is not tolerable is using someone else money, taking a loan to gamble is even too much so all the more if its the money intended for the family's need.

[CODE200]

If not taken with proper moderation and not knowing when to stop, setting limits into game plays and budget management, gambling would be seriously addictive if not taken any appropriate and immediate action. Playing gambling supposedly fun if you were just playing it for the sake of entertainment and not for the sake of making it as a source of fast cash to come into your pockets. If you have that attitude treating gambling to be an easy key or way to obtain great amount of money, then at that first place you will certainly be at the track of being problematic if you will not control the way you play gambling. The problem is not on gambling itself but on the player himself for losing control on playing and doing bets. Avoid betting more than you can afford and know the limits of your budget to avoid chasing losses to just regain what you have loss. Be discipline and responsible on your actions and do not let money get into your head.

[kawetsriyanto]

The worse part is not just the money but the relationship and the mental health conditions that really affects the persons attitude after losing that such amount of money. Most of them are living with regrets and frustrations, they are trying to think over and over on why they allow that huge loses to happened them.

That's why addicts need help from their close people, family or close friends. All people must regret and frustration after losing a big amount of money. In this matter, we cannot blame and let them alone. We are better to advise them and remind them about the goal of our life. It is not only about money, but more than money, having family and socialize with others must be more important. Losing money is better than losing family and other close people. In addition, we need to accompany them to visit a specialist or mental health experts.

[Inkdatar]

The temptation is sometimes unbearable that a gambler will sometimes take a risk. I wouldn;t consider it like he lose control nor him being cursed but it does happen every time when there is the need to make money in the easiest possible. The only exception that is not tolerable is using someone else money, taking a loan to gamble is even too much so all the more if its the money intended for the family's need.

Being addicted in gambling is a really worse situation that others finding ways to borrow some for them to play even no money left on their pockets. That's true even before I experience this also the temptation and the eagerness to play in a gambling to sustain your addiction. Well that's other purpose to make money or to grow their money in an instant way. There's really need of self control, self discipline and determination to our gambling habits.