Low cost but effective solutions to gambling addiction

[Crypt0Gore]

Like how the hell can you say that therapy is low cost? Bro many people who are on the level of average in terms of making money can't even afford it, that's no low cost, maybe in your country but not in mine.

Also therapy can only work if the person is looking for solution and they determined to get the problem solved, most addicted gamblers are not looking for solution, they are looking for something to put all the blames on, sorry for sounding this way.

I have two people are I can consider calling a relative because we grow up together, they are both addicted to gambling and they have never for once said it's their fault for falling into addiction with gambling, I told them they need to accept that the problem is them first before they can able to beat the addiction.

If you are committing a crime and you don't see anything wrong with it, that's not a crime to you, not until you realize that what you are doing is wrong you can never be free of that habit, you will always go back and do the same thing, because to you it's never wrong.

[hedgeh0g]

Those will be tough days for a gambling addict because he has to go through all the healing processes. But if he has acknowledged and accepted his condition of being a gambling addict from the start, that means he is ready to accept everything that he will go through. That is the consequence of what he has to do as a result of being addicted to gambling. And the rehabilitation process must be carried out well so that it can produce the results he wants. Therefore, if in the healing process, there is a family who continues to support him, the gambling addict will not feel heavy and can even feel the love of his family who does not abandon him who is undergoing healing therapy. This will make him enthusiastic because he will see that his family has not abandoned him but has remained with him while he is undergoing therapy.

Those which have fallen prey of any addiction need to realize that just as it took them months or even years for their addiction to develop, it will also take them a lot of time for them to overcome their addiction and they may need several tries for this to happen.

And I mention this because there are some of those addicts that have fantastic ideas about a fast recovery happening to them and everything going back to normal, something that is not really possible as even if they overcome their addiction they will have to struggle with it for the rest of their lives.

Yes, but usually no one wants to understand this. Beginners usually go into gambling to try it out for a little while and then get sucked into the game; it seems like a trap, although it may sound too loud. I remember how I bet for the first time and thought that I would try just a little, but in the end, after a few months, I lost several hundred dollars. I would like to recommend that beginners do not take their first bet lightly; they should always remember that this can lead to dire consequences.

[moneystery]

it cannot be denied that professional help is quite expensive and not everyone has access to it. one of the best and cheapest ways in my opinion is with the help of relatives, friends or closest family. someone who is addicted to gambling can ask for help from them to help them get out of their gambling addiction.

or if it necessary, help from a priest or other religious leader may help because usually they have basic knowledge about addiction and how to overcome it. maybe their help will help these addicts and usually it's free.

[junder]

Those will be tough days for a gambling addict because he has to go through all the healing processes. But if he has acknowledged and accepted his condition of being a gambling addict from the start, that means he is ready to accept everything that he will go through. That is the consequence of what he has to do as a result of being addicted to gambling. And the rehabilitation process must be carried out well so that it can produce the results he wants. Therefore, if in the healing process, there is a family who continues to support him, the gambling addict will not feel heavy and can even feel the love of his family who does not abandon him who is undergoing healing therapy. This will make him enthusiastic because he will see that his family has not abandoned him but has remained with him while he is undergoing therapy.

The rehabilitation process is crucial. Its not just a path towards recovery but a transformative journey that reshapes one's life and values. Here, family is important right? Their assistance can move things forward. Its about emotional anchorage, not just presence. When a family supports an addict, they renew relationships and restore trust. Recovery rests on this support system.

Can we see this path as a chance for the whole family to grow, not just as battling addiction? Its an opportunity for everyone to learn, understand human behavior, and grow. The goal is to foster a deeper, more compassionate family understanding, not just heal one person. Wouldnt you agree that such a difficult experience could strengthen and unite your family?

Yes that's right, basically rehabilitation can really be used to help them get out of gambling addiction, although it may not be completely guaranteed but what is certain is that it can already be one very good alternative. Of course friends, family has an important role in problems like this, because obviously someone who is already addicted needs some help from people who they think are important in their lives, and also with that then I think some suggestions will not be too difficult to get into him to consider if indeed someone who gives advice is one of the important people in his life, I'm sure there are some good impacts for changes that will have the opportunity to occur.

That makes sense, on the other hand it is true as you said that this case will indirectly be a platform for a family to grow more in terms of family relationships and bonding. I think with a problem like this and if they manage to overcome it then obviously this might be a foundation for them when someday  there are some other family members who also have addiction problems then they will know how to deal with it.

[nullama]

it cannot be denied that professional help is quite expensive and not everyone has access to it. one of the best and cheapest ways in my opinion is with the help of relatives, friends or closest family. someone who is addicted to gambling can ask for help from them to help them get out of their gambling addiction.

or if it necessary, help from a priest or other religious leader may help because usually they have basic knowledge about addiction and how to overcome it. maybe their help will help these addicts and usually it's free.

It depends on which country you are living. Some of them do offer free (paid by taxes) visits to professional help. In the end it actually costs less than dealing with the consequences, but that's a different topic.

In the end I think the gambler personally has to take responsibility and try to simply do other things. We are what we do. If they stop gambling, they won't be a gambler any more. Easier said than done, but when you realize you have the power to change right now by doing something else, just for today, you might actually do it.

[bluebit25]

They (addicts) will leave it if they find new joy, but that is really difficult to do when those subjects tend to get worse in terms of their quality of life once addicted. . Solutions such as reading, painting, volunteering,... can all be considered meaningless in the eyes of gamblers. Sometimes we really want to help them, but it's hard to chase after people who don't have any stopping points, so when addicts' lives have to pay the price, it is also when they have ruined their own lives. Depending on the level of gambling addiction, in my opinion, the issue of greed needs to be clearly understood from a young age, so that when exposed to the social environment, people will realize what is the right thing to do. In a few small cases where I have seen addicts who are conscious of the fact that they do not want to owe money, or maybe they cannot borrow money to continue playing, some free play platforms are also an option to help them relieve their stress.

[maydna]

~snip~

Those which have fallen prey of any addiction need to realize that just as it took them months or even years for their addiction to develop, it will also take them a lot of time for them to overcome their addiction and they may need several tries for this to happen.

And I mention this because there are some of those addicts that have fantastic ideas about a fast recovery happening to them and everything going back to normal, something that is not really possible as even if they overcome their addiction they will have to struggle with it for the rest of their lives.

So it is very appropriate if they try to realize that they have experienced an addiction and need help to cure their addiction. Even though it takes a long time, they have to cure it because having a gambling addiction will only harm them because they can't do other things that should be more beneficial for them.

Addicts who have extraordinary ideas for fast recovery must be supported by all parties so that they can realize their plans and not inconvenience many parties. And even though, in the end, he can cure himself of gambling or other addictions, the people around him still have to support him and encourage him to stay away from problems that could cause them to become addicted again.

~snip~

The rehabilitation process is crucial. Its not just a path towards recovery but a transformative journey that reshapes one's life and values. Here, family is important right? Their assistance can move things forward. Its about emotional anchorage, not just presence. When a family supports an addict, they renew relationships and restore trust. Recovery rests on this support system.

Can we see this path as a chance for the whole family to grow, not just as battling addiction? Its an opportunity for everyone to learn, understand human behavior, and grow. The goal is to foster a deeper, more compassionate family understanding, not just heal one person. Wouldnt you agree that such a difficult experience could strengthen and unite your family?

Yes, family is important because they are the ones who will support the person with an addiction to recover from addiction. If it is a gambling addiction, support from his family is really needed so that the gambling addict does not feel alone in struggling to overcome his gambling addiction. And yes, there will be trust from his family to the gambling addict that he is able to go through every stage to cure his gambling addiction so that the gambling addict feels that he has a second chance to improve his life and can cure his gambling addiction.

Love from family is very valuable and meaningful, especially if that love is given to someone within the family circle. He will see that his family actually still supports him and wants him to return to their midst and live his life well. If the family can really provide encouragement, support, and confidence to the gambling addict to recover, the gambling addict will use it as well as possible and will not disappoint his family.

[Kemarit]

They (addicts) will leave it if they find new joy, but that is really difficult to do when those subjects tend to get worse in terms of their quality of life once addicted. . Solutions such as reading, painting, volunteering,... can all be considered meaningless in the eyes of gamblers. Sometimes we really want to help them, but it's hard to chase after people who don't have any stopping points, so when addicts' lives have to pay the price, it is also when they have ruined their own lives. Depending on the level of gambling addiction, in my opinion, the issue of greed needs to be clearly understood from a young age, so that when exposed to the social environment, people will realize what is the right thing to do. In a few small cases where I have seen addicts who are conscious of the fact that they do not want to owe money, or maybe they cannot borrow money to continue playing, some free play platforms are also an option to help them relieve their stress.

In short they will have to find other means to engage themselves and make a new hobby so that they will totally forget about gambling. But I'm not sure if there is a cost effective way, and the only thing that crosses my mind is that gamblers just quitting for good. There could be something that will happen in their lives that will totally make a U-turn and forget about gambling.

But it's very difficult because we all know that once gambling addiction kicks-in, our decision is clouded, thus we don't have total control of ourselves. And probably if there's something happening in our lives, like maybe the gamblers family are falling apart because of his addiction that he might prioritize things and promise to his wife that he will stop gambling for good so that they won't have a broke family. Something that will change the heart of the gambler for good because of a bad consequences of his gambling.

[Josefjix]

In short they will have to find other means to engage themselves and make a new hobby so that they will totally forget about gambling. But I'm not sure if there is a cost effective way, and the only thing that crosses my mind is that gamblers just quitting for good. There could be something that will happen in their lives that will totally make a U-turn and forget about gambling.

But it's very difficult because we all know that once gambling addiction kicks-in, our decision is clouded, thus we don't have total control of ourselves. And probably if there's something happening in our lives, like maybe the gamblers family are falling apart because of his addiction that he might prioritize things and promise to his wife that he will stop gambling for good so that they won't have a broke family. Something that will change the heart of the gambler for good because of a bad consequences of his gambling.

We're in the system to milk it and not give it the little money we've made, because that would be really hurting and our pockets will bleed because giving and not receiving is no guarantee of earnings. Once addiction kicks in, that's a red code and ought to be stop by any means, sticking to a more proper way to ensure addiction is not our fate, I've witnessed scenarios were addiction have rendered most gamblers useless and incapable of reaching their goals mapped out. Quitting gambling is a basically one of the brilliant decision suggested and triggering it into action should be reinforced.

[ethereumhunter]

In short they will have to find other means to engage themselves and make a new hobby so that they will totally forget about gambling. But I'm not sure if there is a cost effective way, and the only thing that crosses my mind is that gamblers just quitting for good. There could be something that will happen in their lives that will totally make a U-turn and forget about gambling.

But it's very difficult because we all know that once gambling addiction kicks-in, our decision is clouded, thus we don't have total control of ourselves. And probably if there's something happening in our lives, like maybe the gamblers family are falling apart because of his addiction that he might prioritize things and promise to his wife that he will stop gambling for good so that they won't have a broke family. Something that will change the heart of the gambler for good because of a bad consequences of his gambling.

We're in the system to milk it and not give it the little money we've made, because that would be really hurting and our pockets will bleed because giving and not receiving is no guarantee of earnings. Once addiction kicks in, that's a red code and ought to be stop by any means, sticking to a more proper way to ensure addiction is not our fate, I've witnessed scenarios were addiction have rendered most gamblers useless and incapable of reaching their goals mapped out. Quitting gambling is a basically one of the brilliant decision suggested and triggering it into action should be reinforced.

Unfortunately, gamblers who are already addicted to gambling will not easily realize that they are addicted to gambling unless someone else tells them. They will continue to gamble as usual, or maybe they will gamble more often until they experience even bigger losses. Those who have people around them who are aware of changes in themselves and are willing to tell them that they have a gambling addiction are truly lucky and should be grateful. The people around them can start helping the gambler to get out of his gambling addiction and start stopping his gambling activities before it is really too late. And if they can stop gambling, it will be better for them because they can leave gambling for good.

[bayu7adi]

How did this unemployed person got addicted to gambling in the first place?

Cross Addiction can be one therapy. This thread came up yesterday which seems a good alternative to battle addiction which is to divert the addiction to another addictive game. Somehow it could be a solution for a while in order for the addict to divert its attention to somewhere else. He could be battling this addiction soon but at least this will be another topic. PS4 is not so bad though. Somehow addicted to PS4 games is acceptable.

It sounds more acceptable because the previous comparison was with a highly unacceptable addiction. Someone who was previously addicted in a positive way, like being addicted to reading scientific books (if that exists), might have a different perspective when this cross-addiction happens and switches to being addicted to PS4.

Sometimes, it's suitable to minimize the risk if this cross addiction leads to something good. Going from alcohol addiction to a game addiction or from drug addiction to fishing addiction seems more acceptable because the sacrifice is reduced. But with games, fishing, or anything that reaches the addiction stage, they'll spend a significant amount of time on it, thus reducing their overall productivity, right?

The key point is the initial comparison. If the comparison to the initial addiction is worse, then this cross-addiction is still at an 'acceptable' level.

[aioc]

One of the solutions which is recommended by most gamblers on this forum for gambling addiction is "Therapy" . Professional help in the form of therapy. It is good and very effective but how many persons can actually afford it? There is a fee for each session that lasts for a duration of 60minutes.
And there are more than one session. Therapy for gambling addiction is expensive. How can those who are unemployed afford it? How about the college student? Or the person receiving minimum wage. What are the other low cost but very effective solutions to gambling addiction. And typically how long will it take before the addict starts to feel more in control and less withdrawal symptoms?
Will totally appreciate your responses. Thanks.

There are countries that offer free sessions or rehabilitation and the government is the one sponsoring it, so check with your government if they have a program like that there are charitable institutions that will sponsor rehabilitation too, so the first thing is to check the availability of these services in your country, these sponsorships by the government and charitable institutions will last until you are fully healed.

Here in our country, we have free counseling and rehabilitation but there is an agreement that you need to fully commit yourself until you are fully healed because you will be called to also offer help to those who need treatment that you've gone through.

[nullama]

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There are countries that offer free sessions or rehabilitation and the government is the one sponsoring it, so check with your government if they have a program like that there are charitable institutions that will sponsor rehabilitation too, so the first thing is to check the availability of these services in your country, these sponsorships by the government and charitable institutions will last until you are fully healed.

Here in our country, we have free counseling and rehabilitation but there is an agreement that you need to fully commit yourself until you are fully healed because you will be called to also offer help to those who need treatment that you've gone through.

I've always thought about those things as being a bit strange.

Because when you think about it, the government earns a lot of money from the gambling activity of their citizens.

Then, on the other hand, the government has to pay to rehabilitate and help the gambling addicts of their country.

I'm pretty sure they don't use the whole amount they earn to help though.

[angrybirdy]

Like how the hell can you say that therapy is low cost? Bro many people who are on the level of average in terms of making money can't even afford it, that's no low cost, maybe in your country but not in mine.

Also therapy can only work if the person is looking for solution and they determined to get the problem solved, most addicted gamblers are not looking for solution, they are looking for something to put all the blames on, sorry for sounding this way.

I have two people are I can consider calling a relative because we grow up together, they are both addicted to gambling and they have never for once said it's their fault for falling into addiction with gambling, I told them they need to accept that the problem is them first before they can able to beat the addiction.

If you are committing a crime and you don't see anything wrong with it, that's not a crime to you, not until you realize that what you are doing is wrong you can never be free of that habit, you will always go back and do the same thing, because to you it's never wrong.

yeah we are all aware that consulting in a specialist is a bit expensive and this is the best way to seek help, but I think it depends in every country because there are some that offers Therapy and check up's for free by the help of the government and insurances like HMO, they covered consultations as well. Since OP seeks low cost but effective solution for gambling addiction, the last thing that possibly may help an addicted gambler is by the help of family; Console, listening to them and giving an advice but most importantly, gambler should have to help their self to overcome this matter too. 

[nullama]

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yeah we are all aware that consulting in a specialist is a bit expensive and this is the best way to seek help, but I think it depends in every country because there are some that offers Therapy and check up's for free by the help of the government and insurances like HMO, they covered consultations as well. Since OP seeks low cost but effective solution for gambling addiction, the last thing that possibly may help an addicted gambler is by the help of family; Console, listening to them and giving an advice but most importantly, gambler should have to help their self to overcome this matter too. 

Yeah, the social aspect is quite important actually. There is a lot that can be fixed with having a supportive network.

Spend time with your friends and family, that will make you feel much better, and will have less chances of becoming an addict.

Low cost as well, unless your friends and family charge you by the hour 

[wxa7115]

Those which have fallen prey of any addiction need to realize that just as it took them months or even years for their addiction to develop, it will also take them a lot of time for them to overcome their addiction and they may need several tries for this to happen.

And I mention this because there are some of those addicts that have fantastic ideas about a fast recovery happening to them and everything going back to normal, something that is not really possible as even if they overcome their addiction they will have to struggle with it for the rest of their lives.

Yes, but usually no one wants to understand this. Beginners usually go into gambling to try it out for a little while and then get sucked into the game; it seems like a trap, although it may sound too loud. I remember how I bet for the first time and thought that I would try just a little, but in the end, after a few months, I lost several hundred dollars. I would like to recommend that beginners do not take their first bet lightly; they should always remember that this can lead to dire consequences.

One issue I often find among people is that they do not take their finances as seriously as they should, they think that since they plan to only use a small amount of money to gamble then it does not really merit for them to be that careful when they do.

But that is precisely when a person will eventually spend more money than what they originally thought, and when this behavior keeps repeating itself not only in gambling but on several other aspects of their lives then it is not surprising we see people being unable to save any money and getting a lot of debts for stuff they did not even need.

[nullama]

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One issue I often find among people is that they do not take their finances as seriously as they should, they think that since they plan to only use a small amount of money to gamble then it does not really merit for them to be that careful when they do.

But that is precisely when a person will eventually spend more money than what they originally thought, and when this behavior keeps repeating itself not only in gambling but on several other aspects of their lives then it is not surprising we see people being unable to save any money and getting a lot of debts for stuff they did not even need.

I personally think that the amount is not necessarily the key aspect, as I've done it before without ending up in multiple gambles. I just gambled a small amount, and that was it.

There are other triggers that are more important, like how much your brain gets hooked with gambling in particular.

In a similar way, someone that is not prone to be addicted to alcohol can take a small sip and walk away, whereas other people will keep sipping for the whole night.

[crwth]

Low cost would be not to spend anything on gambling and other unnecessary expenses that you may get when you are gambling. That's the part where it is important to know that you have to take care of yourself and know how to control it. It's hard but it would save you some money, not for your addictions, but for the priorities.

Find a pro-bono service that would help you with those needs. It's hard to get professional care because it's expensive. This could be a motivation to stop gambling because you may incur more expenses.

[arimamib]

Unfortunately, gamblers who are already addicted to gambling will not easily realize that they are addicted to gambling unless someone else tells them. They will continue to gamble as usual, or maybe they will gamble more often until they experience even bigger losses. Those who have people around them who are aware of changes in themselves and are willing to tell them that they have a gambling addiction are truly lucky and should be grateful. The people around them can start helping the gambler to get out of his gambling addiction and start stopping his gambling activities before it is really too late. And if they can stop gambling, it will be better for them because they can leave gambling for good.

Yeah.. it can be challenging for the people who are struggling with gambling addiction to recognize their own condition. Denial is a common defense mechanism that allows them to maintain a sense of normalcy and avoid confronting the negative consequences of their behavior. The presence of supportive people who can identify and address gambling behaviors is crucial in helping addicted people recognize and address their problem.

These people often provide a reality check, helping the gambler to see the impact of their actions and the need for change. The support of others can play a impactful role in helping gamblers break free from addiction. By providing encouragement and guidance, loved ones can empower the gambler to take the necessary steps towards recovery. With the support of others and a commitment to change, gamblers can reclaim their lives and build a healthier future.

[Dewi Aries]

Those will be tough days for a gambling addict because he has to go through all the healing processes. But if he has acknowledged and accepted his condition of being a gambling addict from the start, that means he is ready to accept everything that he will go through. That is the consequence of what he has to do as a result of being addicted to gambling. And the rehabilitation process must be carried out well so that it can produce the results he wants. Therefore, if in the healing process, there is a family who continues to support him, the gambling addict will not feel heavy and can even feel the love of his family who does not abandon him who is undergoing healing therapy. This will make him enthusiastic because he will see that his family has not abandoned him but has remained with him while he is undergoing therapy.

Those which have fallen prey of any addiction need to realize that just as it took them months or even years for their addiction to develop, it will also take them a lot of time for them to overcome their addiction and they may need several tries for this to happen.

And I mention this because there are some of those addicts that have fantastic ideas about a fast recovery happening to them and everything going back to normal, something that is not really possible as even if they overcome their addiction they will have to struggle with it for the rest of their lives.

Yes, but usually no one wants to understand this. Beginners usually go into gambling to try it out for a little while and then get sucked into the game; it seems like a trap, although it may sound too loud. I remember how I bet for the first time and thought that I would try just a little, but in the end, after a few months, I lost several hundred dollars. I would like to recommend that beginners do not take their first bet lightly; they should always remember that this can lead to dire consequences.

With the beginning because of curiosity and trying to play, sooner or later it will become addicted even though with a small bet value it is likely to make someone addicted, small or large value of the bet played does not rule out the possibility of not being addicted, because basically gambling can attract a person's desire to continue playing even if they are just curious. like what you experienced.

So it's good for them to think in advance whether they can help themselves not to get addicted or even want to become addicted to gambling. Everything has its own risks, they just have to choose it.
Many beginners underestimate gambling by just thinking it's just a game, but in my opinion this is not just about ordinary games, this game can change a person's mindset, attitude, behavior if they are addicted. And this will harm them themselves.