Do not make curiosity to people around you while you are playing gambling.

[smyslov]

Gambling addiction was a serious problem that happens in almost all countries. Many people go into gambling coincidentally and watch their parents or closest family or friends play poker cards or other card games or even go to offline casinos because of curiosity.

So how are you playing gambling? Did you play alone in your rooms or in your home or in the public area or do you have a special room just to spend your time to playing gambling?

I am very secretive when it comes to gambling especially when playing online, where even young kids can access it by just typing and opening the browser, gambling is very risky to your children they will know that you are gambling if they see you playing because kids nowadays are good at using the internet, so when it comes to gambling online, be sure you are alone and playing secretly.

[bitzizzix]

No matter how well we hide the habit of playing gambling to those closest to us, it will not be effective for the people around us not to do it because they will find and have curiosity from other things.
and I mean, they will most likely find out and find it from the internet and social media which is very transparent, spreading advertisements on gambling and gambling sites that look attractive so that when they see them they try to click out of curiosity.
it's hard for us to really hide it because they will find another way and that's a fact that's happening now.

[RealMalatesta]

I’m a shy type person and I don’t want to gamble with anyone not unless I’m with my friends going into casinos but if its my family, I wont play around them.

I don't think shy is the right word for this.

It's the same like we find it fun to watch adult movies with friends but can't do the same with the family members. Awkwardness and hesitancy are the right words for such instances where you can do something with friends but not family.

We should understand the effect of this one to anyone who’ll see our gambling activities especially on the underaged, if you gamble irresponsibly then you might influence them badly, so I choose to gamble alone at home, by this I can enjoy my own time.

Well, yes if you are doing things that aren't healthy for a particular age group then it can have adverse effects on them. But a matter of fact, adults are more addicted to gambling than young people because to get addicted to something like gambling, you need money.

[khaled0111]

Responsible parents should never gamble when their kids are around. Still, this is not enough. Nowadays, most kids have smartphones with access to the Internet so they will be exposed to gambling advertising.
So, apart from keeping your gambling activities secret as much as possible, you should also keep a close eye on your kids and monitor their smartphones to see what kind of websites they visit. Using parental control apps is also a good idea to block gambling websites and ads.

[SirLancelot]

I would never introduce my kids to gambling, nothing good can come of it. It's a disease and an addiction that many people can't control. I have met very few responsible gamblers in my life. Those who know when it's enough and who gamble occasionally just for fun. The people I know usually have problems at home because their gambling activities affect their families negatively. For those kind of people, the most important thing is their fix and thrill. Their families come second. You never know who can adopt such an addiction, so it's better to tell your kids to stay away instead of telling them how much money they can win. Most gamblers lose anyways. Statistically, you and your kids will as well.

Actually, it all starts with the culture around it. If you live in a place where everyone is gambling just like they visit movie theatres then you will not see many of them addicted to gambling. But in a culture where gambling is seen as something bad, people will get addicted because they are not comfortable telling others about their habit.

If everyone in society considers gambling as a means of fun then the addiction rate will go down. Problem is that people aren't open about discussing their problems and habits convert into addiction if you do not care about it. I don't think any parent should introduce gambling to their children but at the same time, the relation should be one where kids can discuss their habits with you.

[Kelvinid]

Responsible parents should never gamble when their kids are around Still, this is not enough. Nowadays, most kids have smartphones with access to the Internet so they will be exposed to gambling advertising.
So, apart from keeping your gambling activities secret as much as possible, you should also keep a close eye on your kids and monitor their smartphones to see what kind of websites they visit. Using parental control apps is also a good idea to block gambling websites and ads.

I have to agree with that as it might gain curiosity from them. That much better to keep away from them but it wasn't good to hide from them about what we are doing. May to educate them will give them some insight about gambling but for sure they will still forget it as their interest is not for this stuff. yeah, it was best to keep them out and never to teach them how to gambling as this has no positive effect but gonna be on the negative side.

[DoublerHunter]

Responsible parents should never gamble when their kids are around Still, this is not enough. Nowadays, most kids have smartphones with access to the Internet so they will be exposed to gambling advertising.
So, apart from keeping your gambling activities secret as much as possible, you should also keep a close eye on your kids and monitor their smartphones to see what kind of websites they visit. Using parental control apps is also a good idea to block gambling websites and ads.

I have to agree with that as it might gain curiosity from them. That much better to keep away from them but it wasn't good to hide from them about what we are doing. May to educate them will give them some insight about gambling but for sure they will still forget it as their interest is not for this stuff. yeah, it was best to keep them out and never to teach them how to gambling as this has no positive effect but gonna be on the negative side.

^ Something like this, you can hide from the minor age but it is good if you will always open to your family older than you to seek advice and guide you not exceed the limit and if that will happen, possible you belong to the possible addicted people in gambling. But this is commonly happening, your lifetime habit will always depend upon your surroundings, if you are in a bad community, possible that you are bad too, the same on the gambling, it will influence the people and make curiosity on it.

[Cling18]

I hope he stop his friend to play instead of giving him something that they want to taste. It's like giving someone a drug then they got addicted and wanted to have more. I never advice to someone who haven't had a clue on what is gambling and what are the risk. They should do their own research instead of diving straight to the casino without a single clue.

In such cases, it is indeed not good to plunge people into gambling so that in the end it can eliminate everything, self-control is unavoidable. then it would be highly discouraging for them to engage in gambling. How it's been very difficult to stop, if this addiction begins to feel like there is no cure, distraction invites them to have no effect, because losing from gambling makes them want to try to restore what has been lost.

Then prevention is better than cure. I mean if we'll not introduce too much gambling to them, we could take them away from gambling addiction. Instead of teaching them the strategies to gamble, I guess it would be better to teach them about the risks of it. In that case, they will be able to value their savings more than to waste them.

[harizen]

Don't battle on something that we can't control. In a gambling-friendly country and with the power of social media nowadays, it's almost 100% impossible for new generations to avoid gambling. They will expose to gambling no matter what.

Rather than put a stop to their curiosity, let them decide to themselves if they will be interested in gambling or not. Here in our country, gambling is everywhere but not all are addicted due to the fact that entering the gambling world was a self-preference.

In the event we noticed that one of our close ones is now being a gambling enthusiast, don't stop them as maybe they were responsible enough to with their gambling activity. Instead, educate them and share your insights about gambling and sure that person will share their sentiments too.

[Pmalek]

Actually, it all starts with the culture around it. If you live in a place where everyone is gambling just like they visit movie theatres then you will not see many of them addicted to gambling. But in a culture where gambling is seen as something bad, people will get addicted because they are not comfortable telling others about their habit.

I don't thing you can just change the definition of a gambling addict based on where he lives and what those around him do. If you are a heroin addict, you are a heroin addict in Beverly Hills or in the Brazilian favelas. If the people need to gamble every day and all day, it's certainly a problem no matter where you are.

I don't think any parent should introduce gambling to their children but at the same time, the relation should be one where kids can discuss their habits with you.

I agree. But the parents need to have a firm stance against gambling and explain to their child all the negativity that comes with gambling addiction. Of course, that won't work if the parents themselves are gambling junkies that don't know any better. 

[watergold]

This is why I don't tell people around me that I gamble, or know something about gambling. Most of them get the wrong idea that once you gamble, you'll get rich, especially if they see you or others winning some money on a game. It gives them that urge to try it for themselves and see if they can replicate some of others' success, up until such time that they get hooked and addicted.

It's best to keep your gambling habits to yourself, especially if you have children or youngsters around you. If they grow on an environment where one gambles regularly, they might get the idea that it's okay and then they'll try it.

but on the other hand, if we live in a country that still legalizes gambling, I think things like this will be difficult to contain because sooner or later children in their teens will definitely be able to find out about this even if it is covered up.
maybe it is wise enough if we give an understanding about gambling regardless of whether they are interested or not it is the right of each because of course if they have entered the age they are old enough they will know which one is best for them so they can judge right or wrong about gambling .

[goinmerry]

but on the other hand, if we live in a country that still legalizes gambling, I think things like this will be difficult to contain because sooner or later children in their teens will definitely be able to find out about this even if it is covered up.

That's correct. There's no stopping it. Children aren't that dumb enough not to learn to gamble while they grow up. It's impossible that these guys will not encounter it while they are doing social life with the community while growing up. Gambling ads are everywhere. Even here in the forum, if they like to learn crypto, not only crypto they will learn here but they will also meet the gambling section. And there are many more ways to encounter gambling.

Trust our children instead. Gave them a good talk if something not right is happening. I will even tell them that I'm a gambler too.

[mindrust]

Sad story. Not he ruined his own life and now his daughter's life is also ruined. It is like having a alcohol addict dad and you became an alcohol too after watching him so many times drinking. *People are weak af creatures. They deserve anything bad that happened to them I guess. That's all I can say about it. He could have not played near his daughter to prevent this from happening but on the other hand the daughter could have chosen not to play too. Neither of these happened. Nobody put a gun on the girls head. She wanted it which proves my point* earlier.

It is widely known that people learn by imitation, we learn a lot of stuff imitating those that are near us and since our parents are the ones that care the most about , which is why in the majority of the cases that is going to be the first word ever uttered by most kids, then it is understandable that if a kid has a parent that has some kind of issues this eventually gets replicated by the kid, it would take an exceptional kid for this to not happen so parents always need to be very aware of the influence they exert on their kids.

I know imitation has a big effect but people also have free will. (So they told me) Even if you made those mistakes when she was a kid, she should have fixed those mistakes as soon as she has gotten smarter. Monkeys and killer whales also do what they are told but they are not going to beat you in chess. A grown-up person shouldn't have any excuses like those.

[DU18]

Responsible parents should never gamble when their kids are around. Still, this is not enough. Nowadays, most kids have smartphones with access to the Internet so they will be exposed to gambling advertising.
So, apart from keeping your gambling activities secret as much as possible, you should also keep a close eye on your kids and monitor their smartphones to see what kind of websites they visit. Using parental control apps is also a good idea to block gambling websites and ads.

True, as parents of course we have a moral responsibility to make our children lives better than ours, and I don't think we should teach all the behavior we do to our children, even though I am a gambler, but I will never let my children to following this behavior and of course with a little explanation of course the children will realize that this behavior is not a good thing to follow.

[l3pox]

No, I would love to see people learn how to gamble, I mean, I love gambling so there's no reason I would hide what I'm doing. I believe they will eventually learn, so while they are still young, it's nice if we could educate them on the real purpose of gambling, the chances of winning, and most especially the "RISK" that we tend to ignore.

what is the real purpose of gambling, in your opinion? curious here

you are right on that, education is the way and one can learn a lot with gambling, from being aware of their emotions, to managing bankroll and calculating risk and reward possibility

[UmerIdrees]

No, I would love to see people learn how to gamble, I mean, I love gambling so there's no reason I would hide what I'm doing. I believe they will eventually learn, so while they are still young, it's nice if we could educate them on the real purpose of gambling, the chances of winning, and most especially the "RISK" that we tend to ignore.

what is the real purpose of gambling, in your opinion? curious here

you are right on that, education is the way and one can learn a lot with gambling, from being aware of their emotions, to managing bankroll and calculating risk and reward possibility

To me i don't want to interfere anyone nor i want anyone to interfere in my life.

If you are playing gambling or doing anything and if people start watching you , then you may lose confidence. So i don't like anyone to take notice of my actions.

[haidil]

No, I would love to see people learn how to gamble, I mean, I love gambling so there's no reason I would hide what I'm doing. I believe they will eventually learn, so while they are still young, it's nice if we could educate them on the real purpose of gambling, the chances of winning, and most especially the "RISK" that we tend to ignore.

what is the real purpose of gambling, in your opinion? curious here

you are right on that, education is the way and one can learn a lot with gambling, from being aware of their emotions, to managing bankroll and calculating risk and reward possibility

To me i don't want to interfere anyone nor i want anyone to interfere in my life.

If you are playing gambling or doing anything and if people start watching you , then you may lose confidence. So i don't like anyone to take notice of my actions.

You are right that everyone's point of view on gambling is different and that will make it a privacy choice not to be disclosed and don't even want other people to know. it's just that sharing a little about things related to gambling so that it can provide some kind of education to beginners will be very useful.

There is no goal that is too focused on gambling, because gambling is only a game, since people gamble only because the goal of making big money will never be achieved if you continue to feel that the casino house has played with the finances of beginners.

[Hamphser]

No, I would love to see people learn how to gamble, I mean, I love gambling so there's no reason I would hide what I'm doing. I believe they will eventually learn, so while they are still young, it's nice if we could educate them on the real purpose of gambling, the chances of winning, and most especially the "RISK" that we tend to ignore.

what is the real purpose of gambling, in your opinion? curious here

you are right on that, education is the way and one can learn a lot with gambling, from being aware of their emotions, to managing bankroll and calculating risk and reward possibility

To me i don't want to interfere anyone nor i want anyone to interfere in my life.

If you are playing gambling or doing anything and if people start watching you , then you may lose confidence. So i don't like anyone to take notice of my actions.

I dont really care if they would really be having some bad impressions about me on what i do because i dont really mind off people around and its none of their business on what would i do neither its bad or good into their eyes.

Its my money and its my full control and rights on how would i gonna spend it.About losing confidence then this is somewhat true but not totally, i do rather believe on having some distractions but not that
really a serious one.

Creating some curiosity? This is a personal kind of view because not all who do watch would really turn out to be motivated.

[seleme]

Personally, I try not to talk about gambling and gambling-related financial activity when hangout with friends. The gambling addict can harm the people around him, so it is better not to extend the harmful circle. Compulsive gambling will lead to poverty in 90% of cases, so it is better to cut it while you have fun. When the fun is over, gambling turns out to be torture.

[ReiMomo]

Personally, I try not to talk about gambling and gambling-related financial activity when hangout with friends. The gambling addict can harm the people around him, so it is better not to extend the harmful circle. Compulsive gambling will lead to poverty in 90% of cases, so it is better to cut it while you have fun. When the fun is over, gambling turns out to be torture.

If you dont have self-discipline you will I guess easy becomes an addicted gambler. You can avoid them as what you want if you know that they are a bad influence on you. My teacher ask me before like this, "tell me who your friends are and I tell who you are because that the birds the same feather flocks together". So the line my teacher use will clearly that depend on who surrounds you and give you influence.

Even if you are surrounded by thousands of gamblers, if you know how to limit yourself, there is nothing they can do.