Signs of compulsive gambling

[danherbias07]

Many times we are in a situation and we do not not realize the intensity of the problem. One such case is compulsive gambling. In simple words, it means that you are unable to control the urge to get involved with gambling even after understanding the potential harms associated with it.

Here are some signs of compulsive gambling :
1) Gambling related thoughts are always in your mind even when you are working on other activities

Thankfully, I don't have this yet. 

2) You keep increasing the gambling related money with each game

Martingale? Nah, and even if I am doing sports gambling I don't have the urge yet to chase the losses in double the amount of what is gone in the previous bet. I bet the same.

3) You try to gamble more in attempt to recover loss

Chasing losses. I think this is normal as long as you don't double it, just like what is said above. And, you have to be calm before doing this or you will get rekt.

4) Ignoring other important work like job just for gambling

Job first, real money accumulation should be the priority and not where there's a risky part. 50/50

Would you like to add to these signs ? Have you ever found yourself trapped in this situation and how did you get rid of this ?

I think what I always did was the "chasing the losses" part, but like I said in number 3 it becomes a normal thing especially if you know the game you are betting with. In my case, it's basketball, NBA specifically, if there is still an on going game then I tend to take one more bet although I already admitted defeat so I will just try to get back part of it.
After that, win or lose, resting will be next and will just try again tomorrow.

[darewaller]

I think you can add to this list: Debts. If they start to appear en masse, then this is the finish line.Gamblers when they try to recoup, they can very much get into debt both to the bank and to their relatives.And another point I would add is a nervous disorder, sleep and nutrition are disturbed.I did not get into such a situation, but I knew a person who had such problems.

It's still possible for a compulsive gambler to recover so no, it's not the end of the world for them but those who only believe on themselves and has a strong will, that they can do it because there were also hopeless and just accept the fact that they are born for it and will also die for it. When you say recoup, it means to recover so how come they will get into more debts this way?

But, I think the opposite can only happen in which their debts will now get lessened (if ever they got involved with it) and eventually they will now be debt free. The same goes on other things that you listed after. Their routine can also return to normal if they will recoup.

[$crypto$]

A desperate gambler will do stupid things without neglecting the risk and huge losses.
I'm sure I was not in that category and I hope I won't be there as well. Chasing what we lost in the past is somewhat impossible in gambling, so instead of thinking of it, we'd rather enjoy ourselves. In fact, gambling is designed to make us entertain, and winning from this is absolute luck.
That is why we don't need to be compulsive in gambling and act with high emotions or else, we just be disappointed.

Some of the gamblers cannot overcome this stupid thing, including the big risks that will be faced, even those who are frustrated always think about the game that continues, hoping to recover, but basically it is impossible.

Meanwhile, for those of us who are aware of gambling and always consider the risks and just for fun, this will not cause problems. We might be able to overcome all of this. When the capital has run out in the account, gamblers who are aware will stop and play another time.

You don't need to overdo it, let alone wanting a bigger win, then making a bigger deposit, but if there is control and emotions can be stopped, it doesn't matter, while what most often happens is the effect after they lose.

[molsewid]

Many times we are in a situation and we do not not realize the intensity of the problem. One such case is compulsive gambling. In simple words, it means that you are unable to control the urge to get involved with gambling even after understanding the potential harms associated with it.

Here are some signs of compulsive gambling :

1) Gambling related thoughts are always in your mind even when you are working on other activities

2) You keep increasing the gambling related money with each game

3) You try to gamble more in attempt to recover loss

4) Ignoring other important work like job just for gambling

Would you like to add to these signs ? Have you ever found yourself trapped in this situation and how did you get rid of this ?

Number 1 is very destructive, you will lose your focus and attention to every thing that youare doing. If you are having a job you will feel to go home just to. gamble or when pay day comes all your salary will be put in your gambling addiction. This kind of mindset can destroy yourself and can affect every person around you. Actually, some people might deny they are addicted they will say they just think gambling to often because they need to have an outlet of stress or what but then if it is affecting other things they it is already bad.

[coolcoinz]

There are different signs of gambling addiction like you can't control yourself whenever you place bet without even calculating your budget limits so this is why it's advised that always be in your limits without pushing yourself too much after every loss.Once you get addicted it's really hard to come back and for small gamblers who don't have huge financial status it could be worse in other aspects as well.

Anger is also a sign. Normal people will play and just walk away when they lose, some with a little bad humor, but an addicted gambler may overreact, try to blame others, threaten people, maybe even become sick and depressed until he's able to play again. It's really a bad addiction if you fall deep into it.
First signs of gambling addiction are usually spending too much time playing when you should be doing something essential like going to work, sleeping, eating, studying. It's obvious when you're getting addicted but people lie to themselves and think it's not that bad.

[Peanutswar]

Every time you are seeking just to play in gambling that's the time you are getting addicted and sooner or later you can't control this emotion and you will do anything just to play gambling that's why always keep making reasonable gambling, not all the time it shows a good return and outcome even though you keep playing always set a goal and limit to your self, not all the time is luck be with you. Gambling is not always the key for getting rich.

[Falconer]

A desperate gambler will do stupid things without neglecting the risk and huge losses.
I'm sure I was not in that category and I hope I won't be there as well. Chasing what we lost in the past is somewhat impossible in gambling, so instead of thinking of it, we'd rather enjoy ourselves. In fact, gambling is designed to make us entertain, and winning from this is absolute luck.
That is why we don't need to be compulsive in gambling and act with high emotions or else, we just be disappointed.

Being compulsive is completely undesirable for the average gambler, but it is the worst consequence of gambling when the gambler is unable to control his gambling.

Being a responsible gambler is something that is expected, even so, by any casino for its customers. But the problem is, not all gamblers are able to control themselves and their desire for gambling. Some problem gamblers become compulsive, which will get worse the longer term the inability to control themselves and their gambling.

[Silberman]

Many times we are in a situation and we do not not realize the intensity of the problem. One such case is compulsive gambling. In simple words, it means that you are unable to control the urge to get involved with gambling even after understanding the potential harms associated with it.

Here are some signs of compulsive gambling :

1) Gambling related thoughts are always in your mind even when you are working on other activities

2) You keep increasing the gambling related money with each game

3) You try to gamble more in attempt to recover loss

4) Ignoring other important work like job just for gambling

Would you like to add to these signs ? Have you ever found yourself trapped in this situation and how did you get rid of this ?

I will probably add disregarding the needs of your family, it is quite easy to think about the money you are not giving to them as a result of your gambling addiction but you need to also consider the lack of attention and time not given as well, as both are necessary to have a functional family, I have personally never be engaged in this but at the same time if your addiction is that bad then you need professional help as it is almost impossible to overcome it any other way.

[Unsoldier]

Gamblers tend to spend a lot of time in casinos. Spending a lot of time gambling can have negative consequences. The gambler becomes stressed and has trouble sleeping. Not getting enough sleep can lead to a loss of health, both mental and physical.

[sunsilk]

When someone is experiencing all of that or at least one of those factors in the OP, you need to seek professional help because it is no joke at all.

Those compulsive gamblers think that they're still at their best shape but little did they know, they're not really good and need someone to tap their backs to remind them that everything is no longer normal.

And it'll even get worse if no help is being done or if they don't want to accept the fact that they're already compulsive.

[QueenVera]

These signs you've mentioned are true signs of gambling addition and one ought to do something urgently about it especially when you begin placing gambling over regular jobs especially when you're not winning but rather losing and trying to chase after ones loss then you ought to seek professional help just as other users have said.
Most times, one of the major reasons why it seems people are getting addicted to gambling is the fact that most of them are already chasing their losses and in bid to recover them, make more losses and if you'll agree with me, you'll see that this singular factor alone is the major reason of gambling addition

[Zackgeno96]

You can very often not recognize in a gambling addict that they are addicted to gambling. If someone doesn't get out much or is less heard from, that doesn't mean they have an addiction right? And often compulsive gamblers themselves do not want to admit that they are dealing with an addiction. That should be the first step towards a process to get rid of it. And finally, you can't force an addict to stop. That is perhaps the biggest problem. People must of their own free will recognize the addiction and deal with it.

[Viscore]

The sure way to say that you have a gambling disorder is you lie about gambling. If you can't tell the truth or somehow, someway, you don't want to say it because they might think that you are an addict or something, that's already a sign that you are.

I have been observing friend of mine for the past year with gambling problem. I can honestly say that it's hard to get him to be honest about anything now especially when it comes to money. He has become terrible slotter in the past year where all his salary is no longer enough to pay off debts due to his gambling habit. He went into debt just to gamble and lose, it kept repeating itself every month and stupidly he just forgot to withdraw the winnings out of greed.

None of the wins have really covered his gambling debts and he is only working to pay off his gambling debts. It was obvious he had become compulsive on gambling and now anything to do with money would be really hard to believe.

This is not just being compulsive in gambling but definitely, a serious gambling disorder that leads to gambling addiction. Living in debt just because of gambling is most likely the worst possible scenario that could happen to a gambling addict, because it’s like he only does his job to pay for his debt, and not for him to enjoy the fruits of his labor. Although gambling could also be his kind of enjoyment, but gambling without limits and restrictions, will totally ruin his future.

[iv4n]

"Compulsive" is a strong word here, if something is "compulsive" there are just two ways to control it, you either have a strong character, or there are some pills! Hard truth! If you can't control it it will eat you sooner or later, whatever it is... gambling, drugs, or some pussy!

I believe we all feel the urge to do some things, but before doing it we think about whether can we afford it or not... and about the consequences if we "overdo it". Compulsive people don't think, they just do it! They follow that urge no matter what and that gets them in trouble. Sooner or later, as I pointed out what happens if you lose control.

[blockman]

how did you get rid of this ?

The realization will hit hard on those gamblers that are transitioning from being a gambler to a compulsive gamblers. Doing other important tasks that are being neglected due to gambling is a serious sign.
I saw many cases that have became like that and it stopped them from being productive into their jobs because all they think is about gambling, that's an unhealthy sign and I agree with people telling that asking for an expert like counselling is what these people need.

[Issa56]

1) Gambling related thoughts are always in your mind even when you are working on other activities

Some people will be in their office and still be gambling, some will be in critical condition and still be gambling, when it comes to gambling I think it's just better you are not addicted to it, because you might endup doing crazy things just for gambling.

3) You try to gamble more in attempt to recover loss

Whenever a gambler is trying to recover loss, then he/she is still going to lose more and will never be able able to recover the loss, the more you are making attempts to recover your loss, the more you are losing. Some people get addicted to gambling because they are having mind set to recover their loss, which they will keep on gambling and they will keep on losing.

Would you like to add to these signs ? Have you ever found yourself trapped in this situation and how did you get rid of this ?

One of the sign I know is that, some people are doing illegal things just to get money to gamble, I think that's one of the reasons why gambler's are always seen as bad people in my society, some gamblers do steal just to get money to gamble.

[jostorres]

A desperate gambler will do stupid things without neglecting the risk and huge losses.
I'm sure I was not in that category and I hope I won't be there as well. Chasing what we lost in the past is somewhat impossible in gambling, so instead of thinking of it, we'd rather enjoy ourselves. In fact, gambling is designed to make us entertain, and winning from this is absolute luck.
That is why we don't need to be compulsive in gambling and act with high emotions or else, we just be disappointed.

Not "without neglecting" but they do neglect all the risk due to their stupidity or being desperate enough to win but a gambling casino won't get shocked about this kind of attitude. There is still no way that they will lessen their difficulty of winning and favour that gambler who rages. They aren't showing an emotions because if they do then they are the ones that will suffer.

It's nice that you aren't among that and don't wish you will be, because you are curious if what it feels like to be one. Chasing past losses is I think possible but that can only happen for some occasions like if we only lose small before and then we won a really huge amount. We should only ensure that we must not gamble high enough than the amount that we won if we don't want our gambling stats to become negative again.

[Bushdark]

A desperate gambler will do stupid things without neglecting the risk and huge losses.
I'm sure I was not in that category and I hope I won't be there as well. Chasing what we lost in the past is somewhat impossible in gambling, so instead of thinking of it, we'd rather enjoy ourselves. In fact, gambling is designed to make us entertain, and winning from this is absolute luck.
That is why we don't need to be compulsive in gambling and act with high emotions or else, we just be disappointed.

Most time desperate mindset can lead to misfortunes that is why we need to try as much to control our urge anytime any day.
Becoming a consistent gambler is not always done when we try too hard. Tryin too hard can  make up do the wrong things that would not help us at all. We need to be more focused and make sure that we go in a way that will be very comfortable for us not betting with big fund because of greed or just to impress people around us. Winning is an habit and we don't have to force it to ourselves.

[Distinctin]

Would you like to add to these signs ? Have you ever found yourself trapped in this situation and how did you get rid of this ?

Loss of self-control and financial problems.

I believe that most of the gamblers are experiencing this disorder as most of them can't control their urge to gamble even more even though they lost a huge amount already. There are some gamblers out there who can't control themselves thus, they gamble more and more that it affects other people already and at the same time, it affects their mind as well. There are some gamblers though that can control themselves and they can stop whenever they wanted to.

Compulsive gambling is a serious disorder for gamblers and if you are having this, the best thing to get rid is either reach out to an expert or go to a place where there are no physical casinos or if they are gambling online, maybe at least don't let them use smartphone and observe them. As for me, fortunately I know when to stop whenever I'm gambling so I didn't experience this, and I hope I will not.

Hence, it leads me to a conclusion that being a compulsive gambler is certainly a choice, not a chance. While others can still control the urge to gamble, these compulsive gamblers have a hard time to control themselves simply because they gamble without self-limits and discipline. They always gamble everytime they want to, so as an outcome, they become addicted in gambling that they find it hard now to control their urge because their actions are way more advanced than their thinking.

[goldkingcoiner]

Hence, it leads me to a conclusion that being a compulsive gambler is certainly a choice, not a chance. While others can still control the urge to gamble, these compulsive gamblers have a hard time to control themselves simply because they gamble without self-limits and discipline. They always gamble everytime they want to, so as an outcome, they become addicted in gambling that they find it hard now to control their urge because their actions are way more advanced than their thinking.

I would partly agree with that. I think that some people here have never had the displeasure of suffering from an addiction, whether gambling or otherwise. We are all human, we all make mistakes and we all have weaknesses. Sometimes the difference between a choice and a forced choice (by addiction) is hard to tell apart. But anyone who has known what it feels like, the feeling of desperation becomes a gun to one's head. So at that point, you cannot really call it a choice anymore. But rather it becomes an illness.

Although showing compassion to those people could be right or wrong, depending on whether it helps them overcome their illness or if it just reinforces it by enabling.