Is addiction bad only when it is a problem?

[Mr.suevie]

Addiction to gambling is not a problem for some gamblers because there are some gamblers who are addicted to gambling, but it doesn't affect the other activities of their life. They take care of their families, wear good clothes, smell nice, meet up with appointments but still cannot control the urge to gamble. It doesn't affect their life because they can afford to gamble and manage the loses they make. So, to these people addiction is not a problem. They are addicts, but because they are successful, their addiction is ignored or excused as it is not a problem.
So I am need to know, is addiction only bad when it is a problem?

Funny enough I have never come to access this we you have stated it and am suprised to how this sound really well and it's quite understandable when you put it that way. Before now whenever I hear the word addiction I tend to think that it's only related to the gambler being destructively affected by his addiction urge but like you said there are some big time gamblers who have made that their addiction isn't really seen as a problem at all.

[rozak]

Addiction to gambling is not a problem for some gamblers because there are some gamblers who are addicted to gambling, but it doesn't affect the other activities of their life. They take care of their families, wear good clothes, smell nice, meet up with appointments but still cannot control the urge to gamble. It doesn't affect their life because they can afford to gamble and manage the loses they make. So, to these people addiction is not a problem. They are addicts, but because they are successful, their addiction is ignored or excused as it is not a problem.
So I am need to know, is addiction only bad when it is a problem?

Funny enough I have never come to access this we you have stated it and am suprised to how this sound really well and it's quite understandable when you put it that way. Before now whenever I hear the word addiction I tend to think that it's only related to the gambler being destructively affected by his addiction urge but like you said there are some big time gamblers who have made that their addiction isn't really seen as a problem at all.

Yes, addiction is more about the negative impact of gambling. Meanwhile, those who have good finances may also be gamblers who are not aware of their addiction. Maybe it can't be said to be an addiction when the case is that the gambler doesn't get any negative impacts from the gambling activities they do. If there is no impact, isn't that the same as us playing games every day? So we know when to stop playing games and go eat or go to sleep. So there is no time to be sacrificed for gambling.

[AicecreaME]

Based on the circumstance that you've mentioned, it doesn't appear to me that a person is addicted if he behaves well enough. Addiction can disrupt the good flow and balance on one's life. If you can handle gambling good and still able to do other tasks, routines, and keeps a healthy dynamics, you are not addicted, rather you are a responsible gambler. Because it takes a lot of discipline and sense of responsibility to perfectly allot time and money on things that you need to do and want to do.

An addict has a problem in balancing his life. If someone becomes too dependent on something, the chances of him doing it more and more and disregarding his other duties is high. Gambling addiction is a serious issue that many faces during this modern times where everything is accessible. And it has so many consequences. Addiction affects your life in a negative way. Perhaps it can elevate some aspects of your life, but there sure are bad effects, and mostly, it outweighs the good ones.

[Vaculin]

I guess what you are pointing is not an addicted gambler but a responsible gambler. If he can manage his losses and still go on with his life’s activities like nothing happened, that’s being smart and responsible. But on the other hand, if you say addicted gambler, that’s someone who’s emotion rules over mind. Since he can’t control his gambling urge and keep his spirit gambling, then expect that he’s not living a balanced life but more on gambling activities and losses.

When addiction hits its peak, that will lead to a miserable life. You could end up being homeless or end up with a broken marriage, either of the two, addiction is always a big problem, physically, mentally and emotionally and of course financially.

[robelneo]

Addiction to gambling is not a problem for some gamblers because there are some gamblers who are addicted to gambling, but it doesn't affect the other activities of their life. They take care of their families, wear good clothes, smell nice, meet up with appointments but still cannot control the urge to gamble. It doesn't affect their life because they can afford to gamble and manage the loses they make. So, to these people addiction is not a problem. They are addicts, but because they are successful, their addiction is ignored or excused as it is not a problem.
So I am need to know, is addiction only bad when it is a problem?

It's not addiction at all, everything that is over and within the limit can be considered a problem, if you're playing within your limit, allocate your bankroll, and only play within your means then you are not addicted to gambling and can be considered a responsible gambler not falling into the category of addicted gambler.
When you encounter or have issues with your finances and your family relationships then it is a problem and you are considered addicted to gambling you cannot go over the limit and not encounter problems to avoid this moderation is the key.

[abel1337]

Addiction to gambling is not a problem for some gamblers because there are some gamblers who are addicted to gambling, but it doesn't affect the other activities of their life. They take care of their families, wear good clothes, smell nice, meet up with appointments but still cannot control the urge to gamble. It doesn't affect their life because they can afford to gamble and manage the loses they make. So, to these people addiction is not a problem. They are addicts, but because they are successful, their addiction is ignored or excused as it is not a problem.
So I am need to know, is addiction only bad when it is a problem?

Addiction will certainly result into a problem sooner or later. Addiction itself is a mental health problem, knowing that an gambling addict is seeks gambling despite of having a potential consequence if they continued. Addiction will result to a problem even if the addiction you have currently doesn't exhibit other problems to you. Even if you are a rich guy with a gambling addiction with a good financial status, other problem might occur like on relationship, trust, personal connections etc.

Having an addiction is bad in my opinion.

[Fivestar4everMVP]

Addiction to gambling is not a problem for some gamblers because there are some gamblers who are addicted to gambling, but it doesn't affect the other activities of their life. They take care of their families, wear good clothes, smell nice, meet up with appointments but still cannot control the urge to gamble. It doesn't affect their life because they can afford to gamble and manage the loses they make. So, to these people addiction is not a problem. They are addicts, but because they are successful, their addiction is ignored or excused as it is not a problem.
So I am need to know, is addiction only bad when it is a problem?

I think the thing is that, most dont actually know they are addicted to gambling until it becomes a problem, like this scenario you gave that, someone might find it hard to stay away from gambling, so, he or she is spending alot on gambling, but is still very comfortably managing his finances, as well as also taking care of his or her family the very way he or she should, so, to him or her, or for such a person, he or she may not even know that he or she is addicted to gambling, the family as well may not know that their benefactor is addicted to gambling, and this is because, the income of such family is way way above the amount of money that person is spending on gambling.

So, for most, they usually will not know that they are addicted to gambling, for they may see their urge to gamble as something natural and based on their love for gambling.

But such persons can only indeed confirm their true addiction to gambling when things become hard, when he or she is required to cut out all unnecessary expenses, which includes that he or she stop gambling for that main time, this is when he or she will know that.he or she is addicted to gambling, because by now, he or she will discover that he or she is unable to stop, even when he himself really wants to, he sees himself going back to gambling over and over again..

[blockman]

Addiction is addiction and it is bad in all of its aspects in my opinion. If it's not making someone have a problem then that it means that it's not addiction. The gambler can control himself and he's not yet on that part of being addicted. One may say that he's an addicted gambler but you can't see forms of it on him because he can control his urge to gamble and he's aware of how he gambles and able to manage his finances very well. So, with the example, I don't think the guy is addicted. Don't take it as an excuse that guy is taking care of his family because at some point, he could miss that part when he's fully converged into gambling just as the other addicts.

[Judith87403]

Addiction to gambling is not a problem for some gamblers because there are some gamblers who are addicted to gambling, but it doesn't affect the other activities of their life. They take care of their families, wear good clothes, smell nice, meet up with appointments but still cannot control the urge to gamble. It doesn't affect their life because they can afford to gamble and manage the loses they make. So, to these people addiction is not a problem. They are addicts, but because they are successful, their addiction is ignored or excused as it is not a problem.
So I am need to know, is addiction only bad when it is a problem?

It's not addiction at all, everything that is over and within the limit can be considered a problem, if you're playing within your limit, allocate your bankroll, and only play within your means then you are not addicted to gambling and can be considered a responsible gambler not falling into the category of addicted gambler.
When you encounter or have issues with your finances and your family relationships then it is a problem and you are considered addicted to gambling you cannot go over the limit and not encounter problems to avoid this moderation is the key.

Well said,in my own opinion I think when someone is addicted to gambling it totally becomes a problem,reason is because he's going to find it difficult to withdraw from gambling either,probably if such person
doesn't have money to gamble,it looks asive they are incomplete as a result of being addicted and it becomes a problem.
They can even decide to sell any of there property so as to get money to gamble, some might even end up stealing,you will see most of them moving about,like a dog whose tail is been cut off, just in search of  someone who can give them money to gamble.
Moreover,this set of people also look  for a place where they can get loan all in the name of gamble,and it becomes a very big problem to them.
 

[the rise]

It seems like it doesn't matter if you gamble, it's just gambling, meaning even if you gamble because of an addiction or whatever, if it doesn't affect your life, especially your personal finances, in my opinion it's not bad and I'm proud to see you, because I personally can't do it like that. you say, but remember to control yourself when it comes to gambling

[slapper]

Addiction to gambling is not a problem for some gamblers because there are some gamblers who are addicted to gambling, but it doesn't affect the other activities of their life. They take care of their families, wear good clothes, smell nice, meet up with appointments but still cannot control the urge to gamble. It doesn't affect their life because they can afford to gamble and manage the loses they make. So, to these people addiction is not a problem. They are addicts, but because they are successful, their addiction is ignored or excused as it is not a problem.
So I am need to know, is addiction only bad when it is a problem?

I think the thing is that, most dont actually know they are addicted to gambling until it becomes a problem, like this scenario you gave that, someone might find it hard to stay away from gambling, so, he or she is spending alot on gambling, but is still very comfortably managing his finances, as well as also taking care of his or her family the very way he or she should, so, to him or her, or for such a person, he or she may not even know that he or she is addicted to gambling, the family as well may not know that their benefactor is addicted to gambling, and this is because, the income of such family is way way above the amount of money that person is spending on gambling.

So, for most, they usually will not know that they are addicted to gambling, for they may see their urge to gamble as something natural and based on their love for gambling.

But such persons can only indeed confirm their true addiction to gambling when things become hard, when he or she is required to cut out all unnecessary expenses, which includes that he or she stop gambling for that main time, this is when he or she will know that.he or she is addicted to gambling, because by now, he or she will discover that he or she is unable to stop, even when he himself really wants to, he sees himself going back to gambling over and over again..

The key is understanding the narrow line between enthusiasm and addiction, not whether one can afford to gamble. Yes, managing finances and family while gambling shows control. Control (or lack thereof) is the true test of addiction
Understand gambling addiction by looking at behavioral patterns, not only financial strain. In any form, addiction sneaks into one's lifestyle as a "hobby" or "entertainment". Alarm bells should sound when abstaining is difficult despite a rational desire to do so
A culture of healthy gambling that respects limitations is essential. Setting a budget, sticking to time limitations, and gambling for fun rather than profit might help preserve balance. Gambling should enhance, not restrict, your life

[ethereumhunter]

Very few people who are addicted to gambling can still be aware of taking care of their family and buying their daily needs because most gambling addicts will lose their awareness of carrying out their responsibilities because they will only think about their gambling games. They will not remember their family, let alone fulfil their family's daily needs. They only think about gambling games and it has become a bad habit that they continue to do. But some people gamble and do not become addicted to gambling because they are still aware that gambling is not to be abused and can only be used as entertainment. These are the people who can still meet their families' daily needs and carry out their responsibilities.

[killerfrost]

Gambling addiction isn't just about losing money, it's about losing control, and the consequences ripple far beyond the casino floor. It's a monster that devours time, relationships, and even self-worth.

Think of it like a dark tunnel. You stumble in, lured by the flickering promise of excitement, only to find yourself lost in a maze of obsession. The thrill becomes a trap, the bets a desperate scramble to chase a ghost of victory. Everything else fades – work, family, self-care – all sacrificed at the altar of chance.

And the worst part? It's not just the gambler who suffers. The shrapnel of addiction wounds everyone around them. Family ties fray under the strain of broken promises and empty pockets. Trust evaporates like smoke in a casino lounge. The once-vibrant life becomes a hollow shell, haunted by the echo of lost potential.

[decodx]

Addiction's a tricky thing with no simple fixes.  But I'd say there ain't a healthy addiction out there - it always causes issues.  Even if someones got money to blow gambling and keeps their losses in check, that don't mean their habit isn't messing them up.  An addiction can still screw with your head and emotions, even if you can afford it and it don't interfere with your daily life.   

Sure, some folk can throw cash away no problem and it dont affect their ability to function.  but feeding an addiction still takes a toll on your mental wellbeing whether you see it or not. and  There might not be obvious consequences but subtly it eats away at you.  So I'd say any addiction is bad news, regardless if you got the means to support it.  It'll always find ways to negatively impact your life.

[Quidat]

Addiction to gambling is not a problem for some gamblers because there are some gamblers who are addicted to gambling, but it doesn't affect the other activities of their life. They take care of their families, wear good clothes, smell nice, meet up with appointments but still cannot control the urge to gamble. It doesn't affect their life because they can afford to gamble and manage the loses they make. So, to these people addiction is not a problem. They are addicts, but because they are successful, their addiction is ignored or excused as it is not a problem.
So I am need to know, is addiction only bad when it is a problem?

When you are in a situation on which  you are able to make yourself that be able to handle such gambling activity without compromising your priorities in life then i dont see
for you to be an addicted person or who do have that kind of actions on which you are really that still wary and responsible on whatever the things that you are dealing with.
Somewhat it is really that partly true or realistic that if you do able to make yourself that be able to handle out such situation with gambling without any problems
then it isnt really that a problem at all. It would really be just that right that you would really be needing to do those things which you arent that making yourself
that getting lost of track on the things you've been dealing with.

[Saisher]

So I am need to know, is addiction only bad when it is a problem?

It's hard not to encounter problems if you are addicted to gambling, you'll always need money, you neglect your job and your family suffers from lack of time, the gambler may not see these problems but all of these are evident in gamblers they just choose to ignore this.
The only way to go is to moderate your addiction if you want to continue betting because sooner or later you will encounter problems that are hard to check for a solution, It is never ok to be addicted sooner or later you will be broke.

[mindrust]

Addiction to gambling is not a problem for some gamblers because there are some gamblers who are addicted to gambling, but it doesn't affect the other activities of their life. They take care of their families, wear good clothes, smell nice, meet up with appointments but still cannot control the urge to gamble. It doesn't affect their life because they can afford to gamble and manage the loses they make. So, to these people addiction is not a problem. They are addicts, but because they are successful, their addiction is ignored or excused as it is not a problem.
So I am need to know, is addiction only bad when it is a problem?

Don't kid yourself, an addiction will always affect you in a bad way. There is no such thing as "good addiction". I used to think being addicted to reading books is a good habit for example but then I realized if I get addicted to reading books, it will be my excuse to skip my other responsibilities...

Addiction means you are overdoing it. If you are overdoing something very often, it is bad for you.

I drink water every day but I don't call myself a water addict. I drink as much as my body needs.

If I drink 5 liters of water every day, which is way more than my body needs, it will hurt my body and now I am a water addict.

[Blitzboy]

Addiction to gambling is not a problem for some gamblers because there are some gamblers who are addicted to gambling, but it doesn't affect the other activities of their life. They take care of their families, wear good clothes, smell nice, meet up with appointments but still cannot control the urge to gamble. It doesn't affect their life because they can afford to gamble and manage the loses they make. So, to these people addiction is not a problem. They are addicts, but because they are successful, their addiction is ignored or excused as it is not a problem.
So I am need to know, is addiction only bad when it is a problem?

Gambling addiction will always lead to problems, maybe not now but there will be a point in time when it will interfere in your life, when you say addiction, it is a strong urge to do things at any cost, one of the symptoms is chasing losses that lead to losing money and spending more time that leads to neglecting the obligation to work and family.
You cannot say you are good if you're addicted to gambling, and it is better to cure it when it's still not interfering with your family affairs and your work, because gambling addiction is a problem that's waiting to happen it can happen anytime, and when it happens every good thing in your life will crumble, so if you think that you can control your addiction it's better to hire an appointment to a professional and rehabilitate yourself for your family and work sake.

I prioritize early intervention. It takes guts and strength to seek professional care, not only to heal. Take back control of your life and priorities. Rehabilitation has restored balance and improved work-family ties in my experience. Its a difficult but rewarding trip.

Lets remember gambling's enjoyment value. Game excitement and unknown intrigue bring people in. Moderation and self-awareness are crucial. We all must promote responsible gambling and help addicts break free. Its never too late to seek help, and doing so is a brave step toward a better future.

[Juse14]

I don't really understand what the OP is saying. Likewise with the question asked by the OP. Although there is no such thing as a wrong question, there are also wrong answers.

OP asked “is addiction only bad when it becomes a problem?” even though the problem is addiction itself. And someone can be called a gambling addict when they cannot control these activities well, where they experience losses beyond their means, where they prioritize gambling over other needs and activities that are more important than just gambling, where they gamble using money. whose needs are clear and when they don't have any money, they are willing to take out loans or schedule their personal belongings in order to be able to gamble, where they are willing to give up their work and responsibilities in order to be able to gamble. And if someone experiences these things, then it can be said that he is experiencing an addiction to gambling. And it is certain that this person is in a bad situation, a situation that is quite difficult and complicated.

[qwertyup23]

Addiction to gambling is not a problem for some gamblers because there are some gamblers who are addicted to gambling, but it doesn't affect the other activities of their life. They take care of their families, wear good clothes, smell nice, meet up with appointments but still cannot control the urge to gamble. It doesn't affect their life because they can afford to gamble and manage the loses they make. So, to these people addiction is not a problem. They are addicts, but because they are successful, their addiction is ignored or excused as it is not a problem.
So I am need to know, is addiction only bad when it is a problem?

This may be a controversial opinion but I firmly believe that addiction is a problem when it harms your daily activities.

Addiction, in general, is something that everyone should avoid especially if it interferes with your day-to-day operations. While there may be some people who are addicted to something, it is not automatic that it interferes or becomes a problem with their standard operation of living.

Just to give you a personal example, I am addicted to playing online and computer games. While this addiction of mine can be problematic, I still have the responsibility in which I should balance my academics + recreational activities.

This is the reason on why I do believe that addiction becomes a problem when IT IS a problem in the first place. If you think that you can handle and control your desires, then I see no problem with its overall impact.