Is gambling bad to the society?

[m2017]

Gambling can stimulate the brain's rewards system much like drugs or alcohol can, leading to addiction. If you have a problem with compulsive gambling, you may continually chase bets that lead to losses, use up savings and create debt.

You only see the negative side of gambling, because without your "losses, use up savings and create debts", casino owners will not be able to afford a luxurious life.

/sarcasm off

You may hide your behavior and even turn to theft or fraud to support your addiction. So with my conclusion and my observation towards this gambling is really cousin harm to the life of those ones who are addicted to it most their families.

Despite the common assertion of gambling advertising, this type of activity only brings losses to people even without gambling addiction. All gamblers can't be winners, otherwise the casino will be unprofitable.

Addiction to gambling is link to a range of serious personal and social harm such as those things I mentioned. These effects can be devastating to the individual as well as their friends, family, workplaces and community.

This is why gambling is prohibited in a number of countries. Sometimes the punishments taken are very cruel: execution (North Korea), prison sentence (United Arab Emirates, Thailand), public caning (Indonesia).

So what I'm trying to conclude is that gambling isn't something you should take as a hobby or as a means of earning just to make a living. So what are your thoughts?

How would you react to someone who said that alcoholism is his hobby? This sounds absurd. If we put gambling addiction on a par with drug addiction and alcoholism, then it is impossible to call gambling a hobby, is it?

I would say that gambling is a way to make money for the casino, but for the gampler - it is a way to waste their money pointlessly (ineffectively).

[bakasabo]

OP has collected all the negative he has found about gambling, but did not say a single word about positive things that gambling gives. It is easy to call gambling bad, when you see only bad in it and think that every gambler is identical. I can say same about work. You spend time on it, you lose health on it. Work is bad for society. There is always "other side of the coin". All those points of negative that OP listed might never happen. In fact, chances that they will happen are low. Imo OP should have more positive approach to things.

[kotajikikox]

So what I'm trying to conclude is that gambling isn't something you should take as a hobby or as a means of earning just to make a living. So what are your thoughts?

When you call Hobby meaning this is not a mean of living or making money  means that is a separate situation , when you call hobby that means to 
enjoy and kill time but when you can earning then that is completely to make money and not to make fun.

but calling it as bad for society? that is not true because gambling is becoming bad when people treat this differently and with addiction and
not so good gambling behavior.

just gamble with care, and limit your capital to lose , not just to earn and make money but also to enjoy  .

[ethereumhunter]

Gambling can be bad for society if those people can't controls themselves when they playing gambling. If they don't have self controls and playing gambling excessively, they will soon becomes addicted to gambling and that will ruins their lives. That can also impacts their relationships between other people and if they don't realizes about the bad effect, other people will stay away from them and will not communicates with them too.

When they can control themselves when playing gambling, there's nothing to worry because they will knows that playing gambling is just for fun and no needs too seriously. They will playing gambling moderately with some money and not too aggressively or even not chasing the wins because they knows that will be difficult and that can makes them lose much money. Those society will not playing gambling too often because they knows about the risks and consequences of playing gambling.

[coin-investor]

So what I'm trying to conclude is that gambling isn't something you should take as a hobby or as a means of earning just to make a living. So what are your thoughts?

I don't agree that you should not take it as a hobby but I agree that you don't take gambling as a means to make a living, it's a big illusion if you think that you can make money from gambling because the uncertainty is very high but you will not encounter any issues like you've mentioned in your post if you take it as a hobby and as a hobby you allocate money for you gambling activity,

The gambling platforms have done and keep doing their share of promoting their platform as a platform of entertainment, so it's up to the gambler how they discipline and how they set their mindset when playing in casinos.

[irhact]

Gambling can be bad for society if those people can't controls themselves when they playing gambling. If they don't have self controls and playing gambling excessively, they will soon becomes addicted to gambling and that will ruins their lives. That can also impacts their relationships between other people and if they don't realizes about the bad effect, other people will stay away from them and will not communicates with them too.

When they can control themselves when playing gambling, there's nothing to worry because they will knows that playing gambling is just for fun and no needs too seriously. They will playing gambling moderately with some money and not too aggressively or even not chasing the wins because they knows that will be difficult and that can makes them lose much money. Those society will not playing gambling too often because they knows about the risks and consequences of playing gambling.

You are absolutely right, the OP should be teaching about irresponsible gambling and it's effect to the society, maybe that would've been the perfect topic for this thread cause all those effects are things that happens to most irresponsible gamblers and not every gambler at large. Gambling is not a bad idea,  infact one of it's aim is for fun and entertainment but most individuals fail to understand, they think I could be an opportunity to make a fortune.

 And then you'll see such people saying gambling is bad an harmful to the society when they fail to gamble responsibly. In the world of gambling self controls matters it helps one from becoming addicted and therefore exposing themselves from suffering the consequences of irresponsible gambling, when you've got self control you'll remember that winning the house always is not guaranteed and avoid chasing losses when you lose, also you'll avoid greed and spending recklessly on it.

[Assface16678]

So what I'm trying to conclude is that gambling isn't something you should take as a hobby or as a means of earning just to make a living. So what are your thoughts?

I don't agree that you should not take it as a hobby but I agree that you don't take gambling as a means to make a living, it's a big illusion if you think that you can make money from gambling because the uncertainty is very high but you will not encounter any issues like you've mentioned in your post if you take it as a hobby and as a hobby you allocate money for you gambling activity,

The gambling platforms have done and keep doing their share of promoting their platform as a platform of entertainment, so it's up to the gambler how they discipline and how they set their mindset when playing in casinos.

Exactly, gambling is created because it is meant for entertainment and a hobby for many people, but it is up to the gamblers on how they will gamble. I mean, if people or gamblers become too addicted, then it is their fault, not the casino or any platforms. And gambling is not entirely bad for society because online platforms or even physical casinos will provide work or jobs to many people.

It's just that gambling should not be taken as a means of earning money or relying on it because you will lose more money than you earn unless you are lucky enough to win a big jackpot.

Well, for me, gambling is both good and bad, and it will depend on the people who do it if it will make them miserable or not, but for me, it's a hobby that I'd love to do when I have extra money.

[qwertyup23]

It really depends on perspective on where you want to look it.

PERSPECTIVE OF THE GAMBLER:
As a general rule, everything that is too much is naturally bad for you. This applies to really anything that exists- hell even too much water can kill you. Now, the problem with gambling stems from its addiction where people fail to see its long term effects. They sacrifice their resources in order to satisfy their gambling urges, which ultimately affects their responsibilities as a whole (e.g. a father spends money on gambling instead of allotting it to the family, etc.).

PERSPECTIVE OF THE GOVERNMENT:
As some of you already know, gambling generates $$$ of revenue that almost all gambling establishments pay a percentage of their earnings as tax. Also, some countries take advantage of gambling establishments since this really generates so much money that the society would benefit in return.

Personally, I humbly submit that the gambler must find that sweet spot of not spending too much while not sacrificing in meeting their obligations to their family or to oneself. Everything that is just too much is truly bad and that will outweigh all its positive effects in the long run.

[bubilas]

Yes, the problem of addicted gamblers is widely known, but it's not that bad. Gambling is often associated with negative consequences, but, in fact, it is not so bad for society. Many people find excitement and gambling as a way to relax and take their mind off everyday worries. When I play at the casino or bet on sports, I temporarily forget about the problems and stress that so often accompanies our lives. It doesn't last long, just a gaming session, but it's good emotions (I play poker and slots).
Of course, there are risks associated with gambling, and it is important to remember about responsible gambling. But if you approach gambling wisely and intelligently, it can become part of a healthy lifestyle.
It's also a great topic of conversation.

[slapper]

Gambling can be bad for society if those people can't controls themselves when they playing gambling. If they don't have self controls and playing gambling excessively, they will soon becomes addicted to gambling and that will ruins their lives. That can also impacts their relationships between other people and if they don't realizes about the bad effect, other people will stay away from them and will not communicates with them too.

When they can control themselves when playing gambling, there's nothing to worry because they will knows that playing gambling is just for fun and no needs too seriously. They will playing gambling moderately with some money and not too aggressively or even not chasing the wins because they knows that will be difficult and that can makes them lose much money. Those society will not playing gambling too often because they knows about the risks and consequences of playing gambling.

A lot of folks think it's just harmless fun, but the reality is, it messes with your brain chemistry. Addiction doesn't happen overnight, it's a slow burn. What starts as a good time can turn into something you can't control. And when that happens, it's not just the gambler who suffers. Relationships fall apart, families get strained, trust erodes. It's a whole domino effect. And let's not forget the financial side of things. Gambling addiction doesn't just empty wallets, it sucks money out of the economy. It's resources that could be going towards something productive, just getting flushed away

[bounceback]

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So what I'm trying to conclude is that gambling isn't something you should take as a hobby or as a means of earning just to make a living. So what are your thoughts?

People like this are what cause gambling to become bad in society because basically when we come to gamble not for fun but to earn a living then this is what makes the person an irresponsible gambler so they will do anything whether it is theft or other crimes to get money for gambling, but this will not happen if we assume that gambling is only for entertainment, for example, like rich people who gamble, they are very responsible in gambling because it is only to please themselves.

[Ojima-ojo]

A lot of folks think it's just harmless fun, but the reality is, it messes with your brain chemistry. Addiction doesn't happen overnight, it's a slow burn. What starts as a good time can turn into something you can't control. And when that happens, it's not just the gambler who suffers. Relationships fall apart, families get strained, trust erodes. It's a whole domino effect. And let's not forget the financial side of things. Gambling addiction doesn't just empty wallets, it sucks money out of the economy. It's resources that could be going towards something productive, just getting flushed away

The damaging effect of gambling addictions is quite alarming and that is the reason many countries hard that earlier stance of banning gambling within their jurisdictions, to avoid the temptation citizens may face to gamble at first, because just as you said gambling addictions have a far reaching impact that exceed above and beyond the victims themselves.


The reason why gambling addictions is more dangerous than other addictions is the fact that gambling requires a lot of money when the gambler is in an uncontrollable State like addictions.

[Porfirii]

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So what I'm trying to conclude is that gambling isn't something you should take as a hobby or as a means of earning just to make a living. So what are your thoughts?

People like this are what cause gambling to become bad in society because basically when we come to gamble not for fun but to earn a living then this is what makes the person an irresponsible gambler so they will do anything whether it is theft or other crimes to get money for gambling, but this will not happen if we assume that gambling is only for entertainment, for example, like rich people who gamble, they are very responsible in gambling because it is only to please themselves.

I agree that gambling can be considered an hobby, more or less expensive depending on your limits and habits, but it shouldn't be considered a source of income for the vast majority of players (exceptions could be influencers and/or professional players of games like poker, which are rare).

A more optimistic point of view about gambling is not realistic: odds are against you in all games, especially if you are a newbie, so don't expect to make a steady income just because of your good luck. Take the loss (cost) for granted and, if you eventually win, celebrate, but don't seek the victory.

[Gheka]

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So what I'm trying to conclude is that gambling isn't something you should take as a hobby or as a means of earning just to make a living. So what are your thoughts?

People like this are what cause gambling to become bad in society because basically when we come to gamble not for fun but to earn a living then this is what makes the person an irresponsible gambler so they will do anything whether it is theft or other crimes to get money for gambling, but this will not happen if we assume that gambling is only for entertainment, for example, like rich people who gamble, they are very responsible in gambling because it is only to please themselves.

From an entertainment perspective and a money perspective, gambling shows two clear extremes in what it offers, one part will be more about helping someone relieve themselves, the other will detain and mentally torture someone. With these two extremes, we will see that society is still balanced, many people will be more fully entertained with their money, but in return there will be those who donate their money to others, the cash flow remains stable and is not lost in society, gambling is not bad for society, it's just that society doesn't understand its principles

[Taskford]

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So what I'm trying to conclude is that gambling isn't something you should take as a hobby or as a means of earning just to make a living. So what are your thoughts?

People like this are what cause gambling to become bad in society because basically when we come to gamble not for fun but to earn a living then this is what makes the person an irresponsible gambler so they will do anything whether it is theft or other crimes to get money for gambling, but this will not happen if we assume that gambling is only for entertainment, for example, like rich people who gamble, they are very responsible in gambling because it is only to please themselves.

From an entertainment perspective and a money perspective, gambling shows two clear extremes in what it offers, one part will be more about helping someone relieve themselves, the other will detain and mentally torture someone. With these two extremes, we will see that society is still balanced, many people will be more fully entertained with their money, but in return there will be those who donate their money to others, the cash flow remains stable and is not lost in society, gambling is not bad for society, it's just that society doesn't understand its principles

Unfortunately there are people think about something that they could potentially get an easy rich schemes with gambling since what mostly people think that there will be a time that they could able to be the one of the lucky gambler that could earn millions on those gambling sites. They forgot to realize that they are gambling to much and they are abusing theirselves and financial capabilities that's why most of them especially those became an addict got broke then do something which is harmful for them that's they became more miserable.

If they only look at it as an hobby then provably that would be no unfortunate things will happen to some of the gamblers but as unfortunately this is not the case since there are lots of promoter spreading some lies and selling some false hope to newbies that's why they expect to much on the casino they are interested to gamble.

[JMBitcointernational]

The consequences of irresponsible gambling is very high and it can make the addict look unkept like someone insane. This is why as a gambler, you should be able to have prevention measures on addiction in order to gamble happily and enjoy the fun in gambling. I agree with every points that you highlighted, but the problems lies on the people who see gambling as a means of making profit, and they will go at extra miles to make sure that they continue gambling even though they are running at big loss. Such people needs to quit gambling and go on a long break, if not they are doing more harm to themselves. If most gamblers can key into the rules of gambling and only gamble for fun, we will have less gambling related problems in the society.

I totally agree with you that the consequences of irresponsible gambling have done more harm than good to most gamblers, it is very obvious that most gamblers look tattered as a result of their quest to win game and the idea of their continuous trial and this has actually rendered most of them useless because some of them use some of their properties to gamble as a result of addiction and this probably must have caused depression to their relatives.

The society is filled with so many insane people arising from drugs, natural madness but the height of it all is gambling, these persons should be advised to quit gambling because they are constituting nuisance all they in our major cities. I know quite alright that people make money from gambling, but they should consider the fun as their major priority than the money they make because it is as a result to win money that they got addicted. concerning your question, @op gambling is not bad to the society but the individuals who play gambling makes it bad by turning into addicts and as such constituting nuisance in the society.

[moneystery]

Secondly what are the social problem caused by gambling?
(1) Depression and suicide
(2) bankruptcy, family-break up
(3) domestic abuse
(4) assault, fraud
(5) theft, and even homeless

it's not because of gambling, but rather because of irresponsible gambling. because if these things were caused by gambling, then we would see that the crime rate in las vegas, macau, or other gambling areas would be high, but in reality this is not the case, because it only happens to a few individuals who gamble without limits and the rules that make them become like that.

because actually gambling will not have a very significant effect on society, as long as the gambler can gamble more responsibly and understand the regulations set by the government regarding gambling.

[YOSHIE]

So what I'm trying to conclude is that gambling isn't something you should take as a hobby or as a means of earning just to make a living. So what are your thoughts?

There is no opinion except that I have to admit that what you say is indeed a fact that happens to every user involved in gambling.

This kind of situation is the same as people who use drugs, alcohol and so on, whether they are not aware and do not know the risks that occur if they consume drugs and drink alcohol, Of course they know that, but why do they still do it, is it for fun and entertainment?

Likewise with people who are involved in the gambling arena, they know all the risks, such as social problems and the risk of loss, but they still do it, I come to one conclusion that humans have reason and thoughts, Its function is to think about all the risks that occur before doing an activity, as well as those who are involved in gambling activities, regardless of whether gambling is bad or good for them, only they know this.

[Kelvinid]

So I don't really blame the people who sees gambling as a bad thing to the society, meanwhile If the younger ones take of the steps of being addicted don't you think they'll experience all this as well. So gambling it's bad to the society nevertheless it's also helping in the other hands, to ones which are benefiting and earning from it.

That is the point of gambling --it is good for those who benefit from it and it is bad for those who are not.
Indeed, we can't stop people from blaming gambling but in the first place, they also think about why they gamble when nobody forced them to do that. Perhaps, it was their choice and it was their fault for being addicted because they will just be able to control their gambling habits, it is certain they won't lead to that way. Unfortunately, they let this thing happen because of the wrong mindset. We should know and must keep in mind that gambling is not source of income were many gamblers got it wrong and fall into chasing.

[EarnOnVictor]

OP, gambling has never been the issue per se but the people who are gambling themselves. Just think of gambling as a neutral activity where people can decide on what to do and even adjust if need be. Now, if someone is misbehaving in such an activity due to his irresponsible acts or the person is being controlled by gambling through addiction, who is to blame here? The person of course!

We should not love anything too much or let it blind/control us, and neither should we be desperate about gambling as the love of money will always cloud our right judgment towards it and this will never lead us to somewhere good. Gambling is so risky, so we should take it for what it is, and this is more reason why we should gamble with care to guard against the possible issues attached to it.

Cautious gamblers will always be mindful of whatever they do so that they do not allow it to waste too much of their resources, not to talk of getting addicted to it. For me, gambling is absolved of most fault here as it is not by force we gamble, we should only gamble when we are fit for it, and our right to gambling lies solely in our hands and nobody's hands.