Can gambling addiction lead to domestic violence?

[Blitzboy]

Yes, I think that it can show domestic violence because from continuously losing games, the beast in some men may emerge to hurt their spouse. But please note that. On the other hand, this isn’t the case for everyone because some men can lose a lot of games due to their addiction and when they are home with their wife, they just lay down, sad and depressed.

If someone hits their partner, it’s in them already, the gambling just revealed the truth. GAMBLING ADDICTION IS NO EXCUSE FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.

When someone experiences defeat, those who are easily angered cannot control their emotions, so they may commit violence against their partner, especially if someone loses badly and comes home disappointed and angry, his wife will definitely be the target of his anger, not all men have such characteristics. There are also men who are addicted but can still restrain themselves from committing violence. They only experience disappointment and sadness, but usually people like this hide their activities from their wives because they are worried that their wives will be angry if they find out that they are addicted and suffer continuous losses.

Yes, it is true that such a harsh nature already exists within him, it's just that he doesn't show the truth and when he experiences an addiction it can bring back his harsh nature from the start so that domestic violence can occur and gambling addiction is the main factor to blame in this case. However, this depends on the person's true nature.

I've seen how defeat can grow into a storm, with fury and frustration hitting loved ones like lightning. Despite their addiction, I know men who sink in silence rather than let their frustrations out.

Addiction, especially gambling, checks our character. It's like peeling back layers to expose secrets. I think gambling may be fun in moderation, but excess and loss of control bring out our darker sides. Instead of blaming the game, understand the player.

So, how do we balance this thin line? Can we enjoy gambling without letting it affect our lives and relationships? Yes, self-awareness. Understand our limits, risks, and most importantly, when to step back. A balance between thrill and discipline, the game should never outweigh our love for others. Avoid forgetting that.

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[Weawant]

Being addicted to gambling can be a thorn in the flesh. We have heard many bad behavior from gambling addicts that shows that gambling is a serious concern requiring serious efforts at curbing it. Many casinos also include in their disclaimer "gamble responsibly" and this shows the danger of gambling addiction.

However, I'm wondering if addiction can make someone become aggressive to the point of leading to domestic violence. Has there been any known case of it happening? Lets know what you have to say.

There have been cases of even worse situations where addicted gamblers do even worse aggressive acts just because they need to satisfy their gambling addiction but then it's not a justification for their act because the harm some of them cause due to their aggressiveness isn't excusable by the reason of them been addicted to their gambling habit.

Just like various casinos will place such disclaimers that you should gamble responsibly you should understand that the problem isn't with gambling but with staying responsible because even the casinos are very much aware of how addictive it could be, they know that gambling over a period of time could get addictive so they warn against irresponsible gambling because not only will the gambler get addicted but the addiction could further breed some other habits which could be detrimental to the gambler and sometimes people around them.

[Accardo]

Yes for sure, especially for those with short patience. I have witnessed different types of addictions in our area, there are alcohol addicts, drug addicts and others who are addicted to gambling, even if they are addicted to different things, the same thing happens, they often fight, they hurt their wives or their partners once that they are no longer in the right frame of mind, breaking things while fighting and even their children feel sorry for them.

There are many people like that in our country, not only in our area, so it's really unfortunate to have a partner like this. Your life will quickly be destroyed if you have this kind of partner.

That is why every woman avoids potential partners who have a history of gambling or actively gamble, because they are afraid that physical violence will occur after their partner experiences high losses due to gambling. I have seen myself a gambler who shouted at his wife and her husband committed some physical violence in the household, so it is very unfortunate that the actions of an addicted gambler can damage relationships and hit the people he loves most just because of the impact of gambling addiction.

However, avoid any bad effects of gambling addiction and rather quit gambling if gambling is ruining the lives of you and your partner.

It's a family rule that any woman who has at some point seen or experienced another person maltreated by a gambler, will most likely avoid any type of gambler. Responsive or compulsive. It's the main trouble the responsive gambler go through in relationships. The wife will hardly stay comfortable being with a gambler, regardless of his habits being good and coordinated. So, the compulsive gambler also has made things harder for responsible gamblers. That means every gambler would face some domestic violence, especially when the wife is not in support of gambling activities. Such people under such rules can't jeopardize it; the behavior is that way. However, good, detailed communication solves lots of troubles. If the responsive gambler is smart enough to make his wife understand he's not like an addicted gambler, they'll be peace in the family.

[Lorence.xD]

Yes for sure, especially for those with short patience. I have witnessed different types of addictions in our area, there are alcohol addicts, drug addicts and others who are addicted to gambling, even if they are addicted to different things, the same thing happens, they often fight, they hurt their wives or their partners once that they are no longer in the right frame of mind, breaking things while fighting and even their children feel sorry for them.

There are many people like that in our country, not only in our area, so it's really unfortunate to have a partner like this. Your life will quickly be destroyed if you have this kind of partner.

That is why every woman avoids potential partners who have a history of gambling or actively gamble, because they are afraid that physical violence will occur after their partner experiences high losses due to gambling. I have seen myself a gambler who shouted at his wife and her husband committed some physical violence in the household, so it is very unfortunate that the actions of an addicted gambler can damage relationships and hit the people he loves most just because of the impact of gambling addiction.

However, avoid any bad effects of gambling addiction and rather quit gambling if gambling is ruining the lives of you and your partner.

I doubt that it is physical abuse or harm that those women are avoiding but the risk of addiction and gambling that much or simply mismanagement of money. But that's indeed true, domestic violence could originate to almost anything but most of the time to things wherein money is involved. Money is just a powerful drive that can yield to harm depending on people who holds it. And since we are talking about addiction in this case, the chances of gambling becoming a factor for occurrence of domestic violence is high. But this should not be directly to gambling but to the gambler. We are still different in the first place especially with personality. Some are just too invested of the possibility of being rich instantly.

Given that chances are there even with indirect relationship between the two variables, we should all be conscious of our actions. Never be eaten by the possibility of winning the jackpot 'coz there's no assurance in the first plaace; if it is for you then it will come to you. There's no need to push your luck that much. Assuming that instances of violence is for the purpose of being able to bet, that won't change the fact that you won't, if you are really unlucky that time, therefore there's no point of doing so.

[borovichok]

I've seen how defeat can grow into a storm, with fury and frustration hitting loved ones like lightning. Despite their addiction, I know men who sink in silence rather than let their frustrations out.

Addiction, especially gambling, checks our character. It's like peeling back layers to expose secrets. I think gambling may be fun in moderation, but excess and loss of control bring out our darker sides. Instead of blaming the game, understand the player.

So, how do we balance this thin line? Can we enjoy gambling without letting it affect our lives and relationships? Yes, self-awareness. Understand our limits, risks, and most importantly, when to step back. A balance between thrill and discipline, the game should never outweigh our love for others. Avoid forgetting that.

I agree with you. The game doesn`t change us. It can only trigger us to show our true character. No two humans act alike not even twins. This simply tells us that not all addicts can show signs of violence at home and so there is no justification for an addict to exhibit domestic violence.

Gambling apart, any person who is capable of letting his anger and emotions lead him into violence shouldn`t blame it on gambling addiction because if such a person is exposed to drugs and alcohol he will still exhibit the same signs.

Let it be known to us that gambling has no evil in it. It is people who have wrong intentions in gambling and who have lost control of the game that makes it appear as though gambling is bad but it is not bad. It has created pleasure and excitement for many.

[Rufsilf]

Yes for sure, especially for those with short patience. I have witnessed different types of addictions in our area, there are alcohol addicts, drug addicts and others who are addicted to gambling, even if they are addicted to different things, the same thing happens, they often fight, they hurt their wives or their partners once that they are no longer in the right frame of mind, breaking things while fighting and even their children feel sorry for them.

There are many people like that in our country, not only in our area, so it's really unfortunate to have a partner like this. Your life will quickly be destroyed if you have this kind of partner.

That is why every woman avoids potential partners who have a history of gambling or actively gamble, because they are afraid that physical violence will occur after their partner experiences high losses due to gambling. I have seen myself a gambler who shouted at his wife and her husband committed some physical violence in the household, so it is very unfortunate that the actions of an addicted gambler can damage relationships and hit the people he loves most just because of the impact of gambling addiction.

However, avoid any bad effects of gambling addiction and rather quit gambling if gambling is ruining the lives of you and your partner.

It's a family rule that any woman who has at some point seen or experienced another person maltreated by a gambler, will most likely avoid any type of gambler. Responsive or compulsive. It's the main trouble the responsive gambler go through in relationships. The wife will hardly stay comfortable being with a gambler, regardless of his habits being good and coordinated. So, the compulsive gambler also has made things harder for responsible gamblers. That means every gambler would face some domestic violence, especially when the wife is not in support of gambling activities. Such people under such rules can't jeopardize it; the behavior is that way. However, good, detailed communication solves lots of troubles. If the responsive gambler is smart enough to make his wife understand he's not like an addicted gambler, they'll be peace in the family.

I agree that it could have a beneficial effect on their relationship and solve any issues if a responsible gambler is able to properly speak with his wife and reassure her that he is not an addict. It should not be an issue at all, in my opinion, if men tell their wives about their gambling habits, set limitations, and talk about the steps they take to ensure responsible behavior. Of course, open communication and clear boundaries can help partners achieve a positive outcome in their relationship and prevent chaos in the home. As with any successful relationship, transparency and understanding are essential components.
It truly is up to the couple to manage their situations and speak with one another. In my opinion, the gambler also has an obligation to protect his family and not jeopardize them. However, I believe that some compulsive gamblers are sick individuals who only care about themselves and may even be planning to harm their partner; in such cases, they ought to be put in jail.

[Barikui1]

Yes  of course, most gamblers restort  to violence due to frustration of their constant losing, and most times they tend to transfer the aggression to their wife at home, which can lead to him beating her up,
Another thing is that he may demand for some money from his wife when he has exhausted the fund he had with him just to keep funding his gambling harbit, and if she refused, he might decide to restort to violence just to get the money from her. So their are so many senario that can make a gambler engaged in domestic violence.

[Out of mind]

A  person can do many things that a normal minded person can never do. Especially when a gambling addict becomes penniless, he starts behaving abnormally and on that occasion his family gets into a lot of trouble. Moreover, that person must be able to mutilate his body, it must be natural for him. But there is always a risk for an addict user because he never cares but does all kinds of things that are never normal and totally abnormal and those things can always cause harm to a family.

[slapper]

Yes, I think that it can show domestic violence because from continuously losing games, the beast in some men may emerge to hurt their spouse. But please note that. On the other hand, this isn’t the case for everyone because some men can lose a lot of games due to their addiction and when they are home with their wife, they just lay down, sad and depressed.

If someone hits their partner, it’s in them already, the gambling just revealed the truth. GAMBLING ADDICTION IS NO EXCUSE FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.

When someone experiences defeat, those who are easily angered cannot control their emotions, so they may commit violence against their partner, especially if someone loses badly and comes home disappointed and angry, his wife will definitely be the target of his anger, not all men have such characteristics. There are also men who are addicted but can still restrain themselves from committing violence. They only experience disappointment and sadness, but usually people like this hide their activities from their wives because they are worried that their wives will be angry if they find out that they are addicted and suffer continuous losses.

Yes, it is true that such a harsh nature already exists within him, it's just that he doesn't show the truth and when he experiences an addiction it can bring back his harsh nature from the start so that domestic violence can occur and gambling addiction is the main factor to blame in this case. However, this depends on the person's true nature.

Domestic violence is complicated, therefore blaming gambling addiction is oversimplified. The problem is emotional instability and a lack of coping skills, not only addiction. Someone might lose it after a terrible wager, but it's because they lack self-control, not because the cards were set against them

Supporting healthy gambling is knowing limits and when to stop. Responsibility (to oneself and others) is involved. Addiction can reveal darker sides, but to blame domestic violence on it ignores human psychology. Self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the ability to accept defeat without wrath are discussed

Remember that not all gamblers sink into despair. People can wager, win or lose, and go on. Inability to handle loss and resistance to get treatment when rage is more than a passing sensation are the enemy, not gambling

[BITCOIN4X]

Yes  of course, most gamblers restort  to violence due to frustration of their constant losing, and most times they tend to transfer the aggression to their wife at home, which can lead to him beating her up,
Another thing is that he may demand for some money from his wife when he has exhausted the fund he had with him just to keep funding his gambling harbit, and if she refused, he might decide to restort to violence just to get the money from her. So their are so many senario that can make a gambler engaged in domestic violence.

Taking out anger on anyone due to gambling losses is the impact of irresponsible gambling. This is experienced by some gamblers in various countries, but of course not all gamblers have the same behavior. There are many cases where gamblers become more violent than usual when they have become seriously addicted, some gamblers even have terrible plans such as robbery and others just to get money.

The point is, the bad impacts of gambling will only be felt by irresponsible gamblers. They need to get advice and even appropriate treatment so that the impact of their addiction can be reduced or even cured, but this requires a long process. So that's why gamblers are expected to be responsible gamblers, that advice clearly has some truth to it.

[uneng]

Domestic violence is complicated, therefore blaming gambling addiction is oversimplified. The problem is emotional instability and a lack of coping skills, not only addiction. Someone might lose it after a terrible wager, but it's because they lack self-control, not because the cards were set against them

Gambling addiction might be only one element inside a domestic violence situation. It can never be pointed as the primary cause. As you said, the cause is emotional instability, which has violence and gambling addiction as consequences. Addiction can potentialize an aggressive behavior, but it's important to notice this aggressive nature was already there, even before the addiction was developed, what can be identified along the life of the person, since childhood. A violent individual shouldn't avoid only gambling, but every other actvities which may lead him to addictive behaviors as well, besides seeking for treatment to improve his coping skills towards life's adversities.

[Accardo]

It's a family rule that any woman who has at some point seen or experienced another person maltreated by a gambler, will most likely avoid any type of gambler. Responsive or compulsive. It's the main trouble the responsive gambler go through in relationships. The wife will hardly stay comfortable being with a gambler, regardless of his habits being good and coordinated. So, the compulsive gambler also has made things harder for responsible gamblers. That means every gambler would face some domestic violence, especially when the wife is not in support of gambling activities. Such people under such rules can't jeopardize it; the behavior is that way. However, good, detailed communication solves lots of troubles. If the responsive gambler is smart enough to make his wife understand he's not like an addicted gambler, they'll be peace in the family.

I agree that it could have a beneficial effect on their relationship and solve any issues if a responsible gambler is able to properly speak with his wife and reassure her that he is not an addict. It should not be an issue at all, in my opinion, if men tell their wives about their gambling habits, set limitations, and talk about the steps they take to ensure responsible behavior. Of course, open communication and clear boundaries can help partners achieve a positive outcome in their relationship and prevent chaos in the home. As with any successful relationship, transparency and understanding are essential components.
It truly is up to the couple to manage their situations and speak with one another. In my opinion, the gambler also has an obligation to protect his family and not jeopardize them. However, I believe that some compulsive gamblers are sick individuals who only care about themselves and may even be planning to harm their partner; in such cases, they ought to be put in jail.

Yeah, but people want to hide the habit from their wife, because they don't seem to know her next reaction. Hence sticking the truth into the ground and cover it up, seems like what would solve the problem. On the long run, if the player begins to develop some symptoms of addictions, he won't have the need to ask his spouse for help, since it's been a secret from the onset. A person who doesn't know the cause of a problem will find it difficult to solve. As gamblers, opening up to our spouses is the right step to follow. So, that when things begin to change, our partner would be the first to notice. Hence, minimizing the risk of the problem. The fault sometimes goes to the gambler, as the cause of the trouble. However, if he shared the trouble with close friends, he wouldn't be blamed so much. But people think the other way round, that when they open up that people won't be able to save them. On the contrary, sharing the problem, brings some negative responses, but for sure they would be a change in the situation of the problem. Two heads are better than one in problem gambling.

[Hispo]

Domestic violence is complicated, therefore blaming gambling addiction is oversimplified. The problem is emotional instability and a lack of coping skills, not only addiction. Someone might lose it after a terrible wager, but it's because they lack self-control, not because the cards were set against them

Gambling addiction might be only one element inside a domestic violence situation. It can never be pointed as the primary cause. As you said, the cause is emotional instability, which has violence and gambling addiction as consequences. Addiction can potentialize an aggressive behavior, but it's important to notice this aggressive nature was already there, even before the addiction was developed, what can be identified along the life of the person, since childhood. A violent individual shouldn't avoid only gambling, but every other actvities which may lead him to addictive behaviors as well, besides seeking for treatment to improve his coping skills towards life's adversities.

I mean... It is a very general and wide debate or discussion to have on this topic. There is even some people who could have the perception that people who fall into gambling addiction do so because the experienced some trauma or psychological problem way before getting into gambling. That is gambling addiction not being the root of the problem but rather a consequence of them, problems which were never disclosed or talked to anyone in their family or friends and once the adulthood is reached, they find a new way to manifest, in the form of gambling addiction and domestic violence.
The only reason some people or the most of people would blame domestic violence on drugs or gambling addiction, it would be because it is easier to do so than getting the psychological help that person requires. Sadly. It is simpler to say someone is violent because of losses while gambling and paying some psychologist or psyquiatrist who would diagnose the patient with long life depression or bipolar disorder.

I would like to think that is not the case or the history of many people around the world, but sadly, it would be wishful thinking of my part, even in developed countries, nowadays mental problems go undiagnosed...

[Shishir99]

A violent individual shouldn't avoid only gambling, but every other actvities which may lead him to addictive behaviors as well, besides seeking for treatment to improve his coping skills towards life's adversities.

Such people end up losing everything due to their abusive behavior. I have heard many stories where an addicted gambler sold his wife's jewelry and lost it and when his wife asked about the jewelry, the person started to beat her. I have heard that one of my friends regularly buys items like jewelry, mobile phones, and other expensive thing from gamblers at a very cheap price.

I know it's unethical, but the thing is, those gamblers would still sell those things to other people If my friend did not buy those things from them. So, he ended up buying such things and I cannot imagine what is going on in their family. Sometimes these people end up becoming drug addicts as well.

[goldkingcoiner]

Being addicted to gambling can be a thorn in the flesh. We have heard many bad behavior from gambling addicts that shows that gambling is a serious concern requiring serious efforts at curbing it. Many casinos also include in their disclaimer "gamble responsibly" and this shows the danger of gambling addiction.

However, I'm wondering if addiction can make someone become aggressive to the point of leading to domestic violence. Has there been any known case of it happening? Lets know what you have to say.

Addiction can make anyone become the worst version of themselves. Nobody who is safe from that because we are all only human. I have never personally met a gambling addict who was accused of domestic violence, so I cannot really say anything from experience. I can only tell you from experience is that any kind of addiction can turn a good person into a complete degenerate. Obviously aggression would be unsurprisingly a possible symptom of that addiction.

But many people that I know are making the effort to curb or lessen the risks of becoming addicted or relapsing back into addiction.

So avoiding addiction is possible.

[uneng]

I mean... It is a very general and wide debate or discussion to have on this topic. There is even some people who could have the perception that people who fall into gambling addiction do so because the experienced some trauma or psychological problem way before getting into gambling. That is gambling addiction not being the root of the problem but rather a consequence of them, problems which were never disclosed or talked to anyone in their family or friends and once the adulthood is reached, they find a new way to manifest, in the form of gambling addiction and domestic violence.

Yes, it's quite frequent in our society that people resort to addictive behaviors in order to avoid traumas from the past, mainly when feeling bad about themselves. That is what we could call "Escapism". Through escapism, people escape from their "selfs", that is, from their awareness conscious state, into a more physical state limited to bodily's sensations, silenting their minds (the aversive conscious state of mind) while the effects of the addictive activity are active on their bodies, causing anxiety, adrenaline, but also that excitement and thrill people like to feel.

That is how they forget who they are momentarily. And they feel like they need doing this, because those traumas are part of who they are, so they want to avoid it at all costs. However, that is not how they should deal with the issue. As you said, they manifest there is a mental suffering through gambling, although they should talk to family, friends and therapists about the problem in order to find a definitive and concrete solution for the traumas, instead of escaping from it forever, through disfunctional behaviors.

The only reason some people or the most of people would blame domestic violence on drugs or gambling addiction, it would be because it is easier to do so than getting the psychological help that person requires. Sadly. It is simpler to say someone is violent because of losses while gambling and paying some psychologist or psyquiatrist who would diagnose the patient with long life depression or bipolar disorder.

I would like to think that is not the case or the history of many people around the world, but sadly, it would be wishful thinking of my part, even in developed countries, nowadays mental problems go undiagnosed...

Mental health is one of the hottest and most important topics of our time. I believe step by step people are putting their preconceptions aside and accepting the fact it's healthy and positive for everyone to take some sessions with a psychologist who will help them to understand themselves better and resolve problems from the past which are buried deep inside, but generating negative side effects on their daily lives, such as addictions.

Actually, everyone is a little bit crazy in some aspects of their existences, so there shouldn't be any preconceptions by attending to a professional to try improving those aspects, or at least acquiring more self-knowledge. It's always good to have someone to talk about what you think, feel and wish, especially for lonely people who are only exposed to trolls and low-life individuals on the internet.

[PytagoraZ]

However, I'm wondering if addiction can make someone become aggressive to the point of leading to domestic violence. Has there been any known case of it happening? Lets know what you have to say.

Of course, this is very possible, especially if the person has lost a lot of money gambling. When a person no longer has money, he can do anything to get money and because his family is the closest person to him, he can resort to domestic violence to vent his losses or ask his wife and children for money. Maybe this will happen to gambling addicts who are acute and cannot think logically about the actions they take because they are too stressed about their losses and debts.

I once heard a story from a friend of mine that his neighbor often scolds his wife if he loses at gambling. This person becomes temperamental and gets angry easily if he loses at gambling.

[Iroh]

However, I'm wondering if addiction can make someone become aggressive to the point of leading to domestic violence. Has there been any known case of it happening? Lets know what you have to say.

I do think we should have focus more on the individual and less on the activity. People tend to misbehave impulsively and then blame it on some other person or an activity for making them do whatever they did. There’s no personal responsibility for actions taken anymore.
If someone who unfortunately becomes a gambling addict, and after series of losses at the casino, goes home and roughs up his spouse, I would squarely blame the man having little to no consideration on the fact that he’s a gambling addict. I think such people would be violent to their spouses even if they don’t gamble.

[klidex]

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I've seen how defeat can grow into a storm, with fury and frustration hitting loved ones like lightning. Despite their addiction, I know men who sink in silence rather than let their frustrations out.

Addiction, especially gambling, checks our character. It's like peeling back layers to expose secrets. I think gambling may be fun in moderation, but excess and loss of control bring out our darker sides. Instead of blaming the game, understand the player.

So, how do we balance this thin line? Can we enjoy gambling without letting it affect our lives and relationships? Yes, self-awareness. Understand our limits, risks, and most importantly, when to step back. A balance between thrill and discipline, the game should never outweigh our love for others. Avoid forgetting that.

Indeed, this happens a lot around us, when someone is in a state of uncontrollability, they can commit violence against the people closest to them because defeat is very painful for everyone who feels it and it depends on us who respond to this defeat, for some people they can hold back their emotions when When they lose, they can only feel their own sadness without having to take it out on other people and people like this usually understand that taking out anger on someone will not returned the losses we have experienced.

It is true that gambling can reveal a person's true character if they are no longer under control, therefore when we are gambling, never exceed the limit so that we will not experience things that are out of control, gambling in a reasonable amount will not be a problem.

I agree with you that self-awareness is very important for those of us who gamble because with self-awareness we can control our thoughts and gamble responsibly. And don't get too involved in the pleasure of gambling which results in forgetting our love for the people we care about.

[angrybirdy]

However, I'm wondering if addiction can make someone become aggressive to the point of leading to domestic violence. Has there been any known case of it happening? Lets know what you have to say.

I do think we should have focus more on the individual and less on the activity. People tend to misbehave impulsively and then blame it on some other person or an activity for making them do whatever they did. There’s no personal responsibility for actions taken anymore.
If someone who unfortunately becomes a gambling addict, and after series of losses at the casino, goes home and roughs up his spouse, I would squarely blame the man having little to no consideration on the fact that he’s a gambling addict. I think such people would be violent to their spouses even if they don’t gamble.

It's not really because of gambling that why a person's behavior is like that, gambling is one of the reasons for triggering a person's behavior to become more angry and annoyed with their every move and action. If a person has an anger issue and it is accompanied by a series of misfortunes in gaming, they can really dump their feelings on the person they are with most of the time. Other people often blame all the ugly events because they know that a person is addicted to gambling, but they don't think that maybe his habit is really inborn.