The characteristics of people who are addicted to online gambling

[coin-investor]

The following are the characteristics of someone who is addicted to online gambling...
There is always a desire to gamble with increasing amounts of money, to achieve what you want.

It's the dopamine effect it wants to feed the mind of that reward system and it goes higher after you reached the next level

Restlessness or irritability when trying to reduce or stop gambling.

You need help if you want to stop you can't do it alone you need professional help that will replace signals or the motivation to start playing, you just can't stop because you want to stop, only the one who understands how the mind works can do that.

After losing gambling money, often comes back another day to get revenge ("chase" someone's loss).

This is a typical gambler who is very much into gambling and have the wrong mindset, you can never regain your losses even if you try winning comes unexpectedly

Forcing into debt and even committing crimes just to have to play capital, and relying on others to provide money to alleviate the desperate financial situation caused by gambling.

Often gambles when feeling depressed (eg stressed, helpless, guilty, anxious, depressed).
Are we one of the online gambling addicts...?

This is what will happen to compulsive gamblers because they have lost control of themselves they need help because they are on the brink of committing a crime, as I have seen in the news how gambling addiction is the root cause of so many crimes like theft.

[Oshosondy]

Supposedly gambling should give you entertainment but since many gamblers treat this as their main source of income

I pity those that see gambling as the main source of their income, I even pity those that see gambling as a source of income, what do happen at the end is that they will find themselves losing. Those are the people that will later be using the amount they can not afford to lose to gamble and become addicted and gambling become a problem for them. The best way towards have a good gambling experienced is when you see gambling as an high risk way of losing money and only set the amount you can afford to lose for it and this can be possible if the person realize that gambling is not a way to earn money.

[Rengga Jati]

Being addicted to gambling is the main matter and problem in gambling. And sadly, this addiction is easily got by many people in the world.
The impact of gambling addiction itself will be various, from stress to crimes. Yes, gambling addiction probably cannot be separated with crimes, because someone who is addicted too much in gambling will do anything to make them abe to gambling again and again even if they don't have any money again. They will take loans every time they are losing and need money again. And they cannot pay for their debts, finally, they will probably do crimes to get money.
This is the worst thing because they will do everything to get money.
That is why gambling in some countries is banned because of the negative sides happening. Although actually, not all people are being addicted because of gambling, many of them are also successful because they know how to manage and control themsleves in gambling professionally.

[goinmerry]

You are just pointing out the cons and negative characteristics.

Just because gamblers are addicted, they will automatically show negative and unusual behavior? That's a wrong impression. There are lots of gambling addicts but still responsible in the end. How about those professional gamblers, considered gambling addicts, that always gamble every day?

In the end, it's our responsibility to make good things out of our gambling activity. If we allow ourselves to fall into the trap, then that's a big problem.

[Hydrogen]

It could be fair to say gambling, crime and drugs are wealth building strategies for those who lack better options.

Gambling addiction isn't the first career choice for most. Its simply the best hustle they can scrape together with the skills and knowledge they have on hand. Show a person with gambling addiction a better way to earn a living and they'll have no more need to make bets.

Necessity is the mother of all invention. A straight line is the shortest distance between two points. People select what they deem to be a path of least resistance to achieve their goals. There's nothing particularly clever or deceptive about addiction. Those who suffer from gambling addiction simply see gambling as their last best hope to become wealthy and successful in life.

[n0ne]

It could be fair to say gambling, crime and drugs are wealth building strategies for those who lack better options.

Gambling is considered as wealth building strategy. I personally do this. As I don't have any additional source I find gambling as a way to build wealth. But, the reality is different. It will make the luckiest build wealth whereas the majority will ruin themselves. I've restricted myself several times, but the need triggers me and I once again participate to loss what I earn.

[ralle14]

Are we one of the online gambling addicts...?

There's a chance that having those signs could potentially lead to addiction if it becomes repetitive, and the first two you mentioned are the common scenarios that can't be avoided by gamblers as most of us struggle to consistently control our activity.

So the sooner a person realizes that he must learn to limit his desires, the stronger his health (both physical and psychological) and financial situation will be.

I agree, that's one of the important parts when dealing with one's gambling problems since it can always happen again even if you manage to stop it before.

[Silberman]

We might display the symptoms but that doesn't mean that we're addicts. Do not self-diagnose; if you think that you have the characteristics of a problematic gambler but unsure whether you really are one, seek the help of your psychiatrist. Personally, I feel irritated whenever I'm being interrupted in my gambling exploits. I mean, if you're enjoying something and in the middle of it all someone bugs the hell out of you, wouldn't you be annoyed? Per your post, that's one characteristic, but I don't feel like I'm a problematic gambler because I never chased losses, nor do I allow my wallet be emptied because I wanted to play for long.

The main characteristic of someone that is addicted to gambling is self-destructive behavior, someone that not only spends a lot of money in the activity but it is also not giving enough time to other activities that are way more important, like their job or their family, if someone is spending some money while they gamble even if some of us may think that amount is excessive that person cannot be said to be addicted if their family has everything they need and want.

[Zlantann]

Although not an excuse, in my country unemployment and economic distress is the main cause of gambling addiction. Many people especially youths now see gambling as source of income. One of the striking characteristics of online gambling addict is the inability to differentiate between main income/expenses and extra income/expenses. When someone uses money that was meant to satisfy his or family basic needs for gambling, such person is an addict. Gambling with a whole wage or salary without considering the needs of family members is a sign of addiction.A self controlled gambler would always gamble with is extra income that might be used for unimportant or non-pressing needs.   

[Peanutswar]

This is part of the cycle of the gamblers once they play and they lose already and they seek things to get back their money after having funds they will come back to make a revenge game which is the objective earning back their losses and once they hit this goal and they see the momentum of the game there's a chance they will take another risk to play more and hoping to get a considerable profit. In the other hand if they will still they continue playing until they hit a really high amount of jackpot before stoping to play or if they will feel tired that's mostly the thing they are doing they cant control themselves and make a set of plans before playing gambling always taking a risk.

[ChiBitCTy]

Although not an excuse, in my country unemployment and economic distress is the main cause of gambling addiction. Many people especially youths now see gambling as source of income. One of the striking characteristics of online gambling addict is the inability to differentiate between main income/expenses and extra income/expenses. When someone uses money that was meant to satisfy his or family basic needs for gambling, such person is an addict. Gambling with a whole wage or salary without considering the needs of family members is a sign of addiction.A self controlled gambler would always gamble with is extra income that might be used for unimportant or non-pressing needs.   

That’s pretty scary. Regardless of where you are from, I’m guessing schools don’t do a great job of educating the youth on how to manage finances and it’s importance. This is the case in my country anyhow. I think If schools would just teach basic budgeting that could go a long ways, maybe instill the importance of not gambling away money so easily.

[rodskee]

 Restlessness or irritability when trying to reduce or stop gambling.

Well this is one of the most reason to show how a person starting to be addicted as I know someone with this behavior back then.

After losing gambling money, often comes back another day to get revenge ("chase" someone's loss).

actually not in the next day but everytime they can find funds to play again they will revenge ,

Forcing into debt and even committing crimes just to have playing capital, and relying on others to provide money to alleviate the desperate financial situation caused by gambling.

sad reality  , there have been someone that ended in killing people even their own lives because of addiction.

Often gambles when feeling depressed (eg stressed, helpless, guilty, anxious, depressed).
Are we one of the online gambling addicts...?
 

not me lol, but there are some people that been part of my life that once become addicted .

[Mauser]

Are we one of the online gambling addicts...?

I can only speak for myself, even though I gamble almost every week I wouldn't call myself an addict. For many years now I enjoy gambling and can still take a break without thinking about. When I go on vacation I don't gamble, or when there is an important project at work and I need to do overtime I am also not gambling. The best check for gambling addiction is to see how often during a day we think about gambling. There are different ways how a gambling addiction can show itself, there psychological and physical symptoms. Feeling bad and depressed about losing money is one thing, but having physical issues due to excessive gambling is not okay and needs to be addressed quickly, before it gets worse. It's important to control our emotions when it comes to gambling and investing, decision making based on our gut feelings is usually not a good approach. And still a big loss will always hurt our feelings. If the problem is only in our head we can think about more positive things, like how much money we won in the past already. Taking losses into consideration as part of our whole gambling career makes it seem less severe. The big problem is if the issues are not only in our head but also affect our body directly. That can be very dangerous because it can become a chronically illness that might require treatment for the rest of our lives. It's similar to little tics that humans develop under too much stress.

[Fortify]

Online gambling addictions such as online slots, online lottery, etc. can ultimately destroy the lives of the players, both financially, physically, emotionally, and socially. The back and forth wins experienced by online slot gambling players, online lottery, etc., is what ultimately makes these players fall into addiction. The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) in the United States estimates that bankruptcy, theft, domestic violence and neglect of children, foreclosure of homes and other investments, and even suicide are also linked to gambling addictions such as online slots.

The following are the characteristics of someone who is addicted to online gambling...
There is always a desire to gamble with increasing amounts of money, to achieve what you want.

 Restlessness or irritability when trying to reduce or stop gambling.

After losing gambling money, often comes back another day to get revenge ("chase" someone's loss).

Forcing into debt and even committing crimes just to have playing capital, and relying on others to provide money to alleviate the desperate financial situation caused by gambling.

Often gambles when feeling depressed (eg stressed, helpless, guilty, anxious, depressed).
Are we one of the online gambling addicts...?
 

If we're specifically talking about people who are addicted to gambling, as opposed to a casual gambler, then there are some general traits but almost anyone could get hooked in reality. Now, not to sound mean about it, but the higher education you receive the more likely you are to be about the mathematical odds and psychological traps that casinos intentionally exploit to get you returning. Even super intelligent people can be susceptible and have blind spots which get them sucked into it. People who feel like they are bored or see little future in their current situation might be looking for a way to add excitement to their lives, and that little buzz of adrenaline they get from occasional winnings acts as a trigger in their mind.

[madnessteat]

Although not an excuse, in my country unemployment and economic distress is the main cause of gambling addiction. Many people especially youths now see gambling as source of income. One of the striking characteristics of online gambling addict is the inability to differentiate between main income/expenses and extra income/expenses. When someone uses money that was meant to satisfy his or family basic needs for gambling, such person is an addict. Gambling with a whole wage or salary without considering the needs of family members is a sign of addiction.A self controlled gambler would always gamble with is extra income that might be used for unimportant or non-pressing needs.   

That’s pretty scary. Regardless of where you are from, I’m guessing schools don’t do a great job of educating the youth on how to manage finances and it’s importance. This is the case in my country anyhow. I think If schools would just teach basic budgeting that could go a long ways, maybe instill the importance of not gambling away money so easily.

I absolutely agree with you. The main problem of gambling addiction is not unemployment or economic problems of the country, it's the lack of financial literacy of people.

I would advise such people not to lose hope and spend more time on self-education to eventually stop thinking like the masses and find a decent job. Fortunately nowadays we have the Internet, which allows you to work online.

[rahmad2nd]

Often gambles when feeling depressed (eg stressed, helpless, guilty, anxious, depressed).
Are we one of the online gambling addicts...?
 

In most cases, people who are addicted to gambling are almost on average not having work activities or we can say unemployment, although it is possible for people who are actively working. 
I think some of the symptoms you mention do not determine someone is addicted to gambling. Anxiety, emotional, stress are common things that happen when I lose a gamble, this is normal and will return to normal after a while.

apart from feeling depressed, helpless, cheating to get gambling capital, this can be an indication of someone being seriously addicted. 
well anything done in excess will have a bad impact.The same goes for gambling activities.

[robelneo]

After losing gambling money, often comes back another day to get revenge ("chase" someone's loss).

You can easily tell a person who is addicted to gambling, yes they are chasing their loss, it's one of the obvious signs they are always excited to get back on the table or log in to their account and promised themselves that they will regain their losses, they take out a loan and try to convince people that they can win this time, but that this time will just go on and on.

Another sign is they are showing sign of excitement they don't care if they win or lose they just want to play they just want to be on the board they forget every issues and personal problems, these kind of gamblers don't have a strong support system and they find gambling as their scapegoat.

[tygeade]

It could be fair to say gambling, crime and drugs are wealth building strategies for those who lack better options.

Gambling is considered as wealth building strategy. I personally do this. As I don't have any additional source I find gambling as a way to build wealth. But, the reality is different. It will make the luckiest build wealth whereas the majority will ruin themselves. I've restricted myself several times, but the need triggers me and I once again participate to loss what I earn.

Then, my friend, you are addicted to gambling and you need help. I am no trying to look over-smart here but I have been through a similar phase in my life and I can relate to that feeling when you need money and you gamble in hope of winning. The biggest problem is that when it works and you actually come out of the crisis through a big win, you just get more addicted to it.

Crypto casinos don't have any awareness team who can help you if anything they will want to take the last penny from you. Most casinos don't even have a deposit limit and you can always create new accounts so that doesn't even matter really.

[molsewid]

It could be fair to say gambling, crime and drugs are wealth building strategies for those who lack better options.

Gambling is considered as wealth building strategy. I personally do this. As I don't have any additional source I find gambling as a way to build wealth. But, the reality is different. It will make the luckiest build wealth whereas the majority will ruin themselves. I've restricted myself several times, but the need triggers me and I once again participate to loss what I earn.

Then, my friend, you are addicted to gambling and you need help. I am no trying to look over-smart here but I have been through a similar phase in my life and I can relate to that feeling when you need money and you gamble in hope of winning. The biggest problem is that when it works and you actually come out of the crisis through a big win, you just get more addicted to it.

Crypto casinos don't have any awareness team who can help you if anything they will want to take the last penny from you. Most casinos don't even have a deposit limit and you can always create new accounts so that doesn't even matter really.

You are right, people tend to gamble more because of the false hope they are experiencing, they treat gambling as their savior from poverty or something else, which is actually not a good thing for me, don't get me wrong but we need to keep in mind that gambling is gambling the odds may be not always in our favor, we will lose more if we will push our self to win more to survive our financial things.

[hyudien]

Often gambles when feeling depressed (eg stressed, helpless, guilty, anxious, depressed).
Are we one of the online gambling addicts...?
 

In most cases, people who are addicted to gambling are almost on average not having work activities or we can say unemployment, although it is possible for people who are actively working. 
I think some of the symptoms you mention do not determine someone is addicted to gambling. Anxiety, emotional, stress are common things that happen when I lose a gamble, this is normal and will return to normal after a while.

apart from feeling depressed, helpless, cheating to get gambling capital, this can be an indication of someone being seriously addicted. 
well anything done in excess will have a bad impact.The same goes for gambling activities.

In this case I can't say this is true or not because I haven't found any evidence about the majority who are there are unemployed but in this case it doesn't really matter whether they are unemployed or who already have a permanent job there, it's still the same impact for everyone who is already addicted.
Because when we gamble, it is clear that there is a measure that we can indeed do, for example when unemployed, the defeat will certainly not be as much as those who have work because their finances are not too adequate but in terms of stress it will still be the same.