Is gambling bad to the society?

[madnessteat]

We know that gambling is a bad thing and there are many risks in a person's life, especially when the person becomes addicted. But mostly we know that gambling is basically a criminal activity in every society, which people don't like. In particular, we know that the ancient Moors never condoned gambling, and they did not like it, so gambling was seen as a huge crime in many societies. Gambling has been made illegal in many countries, and gambling has been legalized in many countries. But in today's era most of the people gamble through online casinos due to which the society does not know that a person is addicted to gambling. So in today's society many people are gambling through online which is not caught by the eyes of the society, and such activities are increasing day by day due to which the number of gambling addicts is increasing in the society now.

I've been gambling for years, but I haven't committed a single crime because of it. I know many responsible gamblers who are also not in the habit of engaging in criminal activity.

Therefore, I think it is wrong to call the love of gambling a criminal activity. Criminal activity comes from a person, and such a person may not be interested in gambling. He is interested in money obtained illegally. There are criminals in every corner of the world, no matter how much we all would like it.

[Jody.Drummer]

We know that gambling is a bad thing and there are many risks in a person's life, especially when the person becomes addicted. But mostly we know that gambling is basically a criminal activity in every society, which people don't like. In particular, we know that the ancient Moors never condoned gambling, and they did not like it, so gambling was seen as a huge crime in many societies. Gambling has been made illegal in many countries, and gambling has been legalized in many countries. But in today's era most of the people gamble through online casinos due to which the society does not know that a person is addicted to gambling. So in today's society many people are gambling through online which is not caught by the eyes of the society, and such activities are increasing day by day due to which the number of gambling addicts is increasing in the society now.

I've been gambling for years, but I haven't committed a single crime because of it. I know many responsible gamblers who are also not in the habit of engaging in criminal activity.

Therefore, I think it is wrong to call the love of gambling a criminal activity. Criminal activity comes from a person, and such a person may not be interested in gambling. He is interested in money obtained illegally. There are criminals in every corner of the world, no matter how much we all would like it.

I see that there are two main points that I can take from your opinion my friend, the first is that there are some gamblers including you who are still fine even though they have been involved in this activity for years, and the second is that there are other gamblers who experience many problems in their lives as a result of gambling itself, meaning if it has been proven that there are some people who remain safe in the long term without experiencing any setbacks and problems as a result of gambling then why are there other people who experience the opposite?

I think it is clear that there is something that distinguishes between these two types of gamblers, and the only difference is the understanding and approach they have. Basically there is no coercion from the casino to gamblers to continue gambling, this is a choice in the sense that when you have money to bet then you can do it but if otherwise then you can gamble at another time, or in simple terms you have full access whenever you want.

Another thing related to gamblers who eventually commit various criminal acts, I think it is clear that I will agree with you that these criminal acts come from the ideas of the gamblers themselves, because as I said above that there is no coercion from the casino to you to always gamble, so you don't need to justify any means to get money to fulfill your gambling habits, remember that gambling is not bad, and what is actually bad is the behavior of the gamblers themselves who always try to justify any means to realize something that has no certainty and guarantee such as winning.

[madnessteat]

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I think we need to look at it differently. There are two types of people: responsible and irresponsible. And it is not so important whether they gamble or not. A responsible person knows what's in moderation. He can even break some laws, but he does not engage in criminal activity, because he does not want to cause any harm to society. He uses only honestly earned money for entertainment.

An irresponsible person for the sake of his desires is capable of many things, including crimes.

That is why I say that the problem is not gambling, but people themselves and their upbringing.

[Dewi Aries]

Betting too often is not the problem the problem is allowing gambling activities to influence your life negatively, there is nothing absolutely wrong if one can be gambling often without allowing the gambling to affect their normal life, for me I will say that gambling money should be more like a disposable income after ensuring that we have taken care of our personal needs such that it will not become problematic to your living expenses, when one understand the level of time , energy and other resources to be allocated gambling and just stay within the limit can be a good approach towards gambling.

Gambling income is temporary income, it comes suddenly and sometimes you lose everything. Gambling should not be used seriously for this. Gambling is a fun place Gambling games are very fun and there is more excitement than normal games because there is an opportunity to place bets. If one member of a family is addicted to gambling, the whole family will slowly be destroyed. So beware of gambling. And gambling addiction can destroy a family very quickly because society is always against gambling. Because every society wants every family to be happy and peaceful

Yes, it can be considered true that winning in gambling is a temporary result because in the end there will always be a possibility for you to experience defeat in the next few sessions in any amount, but actually it can also be a permanent victory for you if only after you have succeeded in winning then you stop completely in gambling, and yes I know that is impossible for most gamblers to do.
You also said the right thing that gambling should not be used as a place to put seriousness in terms of producing, remember a fact as you said that victory happens suddenly, meaning defeat is also very possible to occur with the same scenario.

The only fun part of gambling is that it is an activity that can trigger adrenaline and increase dopamine levels through the course of the game that makes me feel an unusual sensation and for me this is quite an entertaining activity when I have boring free time, but of course I will never eliminate awareness in myself because awareness is something that is quite important to be used as a tool for prevention, because in some cases gamblers often get carried away easily due to overreaction in responding to pleasant situations, so the point is regardless of your purpose of gambling, remember that caution and awareness must always be applied, addiction can happen at any time without you realizing it.

[Makus]

Gambling income is temporary income, it comes suddenly and sometimes you lose everything. Gambling should not be used seriously for this. Gambling is a fun place Gambling games are very fun and there is more excitement than normal games because there is an opportunity to place bets. If one member of a family is addicted to gambling, the whole family will slowly be destroyed. So beware of gambling. And gambling addiction can destroy a family very quickly because society is always against gambling. Because every society wants every family to be happy and peaceful

I think gambling addiction is a personal choice, yet the society tends to put the blame on casinos while they think addicted gamblers where fooled to behave the way they did. No addicted gambler was compelled to behave the way they did, they only got addicted because they were probably blinded by greed, the reason the generally accepted age for gambling is 18+ is because, at age 18 you're already a young adult and your responsible for the decisions you take. It's only the fault of the casino if an underage gets access to gamble  and get addicted because there was no KYC requirements to prove date of birth or other personal information.

[Tmoonz]

There are different societies from place to place, some societies consider gambling as a normal activity while there are some areas where gambling is considered a criminal act and people in those societies do not look favorably on gamblers. Especially in Muslim countries, gambling is criminalized and those who gamble are punished by law. Gamblers in those societies are frowned upon by the people of the society and try to avoid them at all times. But apart from these, all the other countries that have allowed direct gambling have many physical casinos in their country where people can conduct all the gambling activities.

Gambling is good to the society but gamblers makes gambling look harmful to the society because they cannot control their greed which will finally land them into addiction. Some people have made it through gambling because after winning big, they were able to invest the money and it is a big achievement to them. On the other hand gambling have destroyed a lot of people future because they got carried away with making profit in gambling and that ruined their business, families and lives. It depends on what you take gambling for that will be the outcome.

Gambling is good to the society to the best of my knowledge only that people who are unable to obey certain principles of obtaining a good gambling habits are passing negative information to the society by indulging in misconducts, such as borrowing to gamble, unnecessary spending of time and resources in gambling without taken care of their life needs and responsibilities like taken care of their health, clothing and so many other behaviors that are negatively affecting their life and the life life of those around them hence I usually say that if gambling is not good for any one such person should give it a quite to avoid such passing of negative informations towards gambling.

[l3pox]

Logically I would say that gambling is not bad for society but gambling only has a bad stigma from most of society and the bad stigma is formed because of gamblers who always try to treat gambling in the wrong way, meaning of course everything will not have too bad an impact if from the start you know how it works, and this applies to anything you do in life.

Therefore from the start in anything, never try anything that you do not know the risks or impacts, I understand that it always takes a trial at the beginning to find out the mistakes and truths, but I think there is no reason that makes sense when we are able to see that other people's experiences can be used as learning materials.

even if you consider risks and impacts there's the thing that some will be able to measure it and some will let gambling take control and end up ruining their lives
do you think that if it wasn't for gambling they would ruin their lives anyways?

I don't know, I think it is at least ina balance of good and bad but probably more for the bad...

[Shinpako09]

There are always pros and cons in almost everything. For some, gambling does have a bad effect. Well, I won't argue with that because the effect on one person might cause terrible consequences not just for himself but also for people around him. On the other hand, the gambling industry generates a significant amount of tax revenue, which is very helpful to society as well.

[hyudien]

We know that gambling is a bad thing and there are many risks in a person's life, especially when the person becomes addicted. But mostly we know that gambling is basically a criminal activity in every society...

Gambling is not a crime to society but only when you engage in criminal activities to manage gambling money is a crime to society. There is a class of people in the society who find entertainment in gambling and gambling can never be considered a crime. However, when gambling involves theft, robbery and other heinous crimes to manage gambling money, gambling certainly brings negative effects to society.

someone who is already addicted to gambling usually tends to dare to do anything that is high risk including stealing money or robbing the money to be used for gambling, this is what must be avoided because in my opinion this is what makes gambling can harm other people or society. but when viewed from the other side where there are people who gamble just for entertainment they do not cause bad impacts for themselves or others, so when there is gambling that can harm others it is caused by the individual himself who is wrong in gambling. besides that basically gambling is just entertainment so if gambling is done reasonably then there will be no bad impacts. many people who experience big losses and bad impacts from gambling are of course their own fault not the fault of gambling, also with casinos there is no element of forcing players to gamble continuously, it's just that the players themselves lose control so they play beyond reasonable limits.

[camilocollin6]

While gambling should always be approached responsibly, some people find certain benefits in it.
Many people gamble for the excitement and enjoyment it brings. The thrill of potentially winning and the experience of playing various games can be a source of pleasure.
Gambling can be a social activity where friends or family gather to play games together, whether at casinos, poker nights, or online platforms. This social interaction can enhance the fun and create a sense of community.
Certain types of gambling, such as poker or sports betting, require strategy, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. This can provide mental stimulation and help keep the mind sharp.
While not a reliable source of income, there is a possibility of winning money, which can be an attractive aspect for some. However, it's important to recognize that the odds are typically against the player.
In some cases, gambling activities like lotteries and charity poker tournaments raise funds for various charitable organizations and community projects.
The gambling industry can contribute to the economy by creating jobs, generating tax revenue, and attracting tourists, particularly in areas with casinos and other gambling facilities.
Gambling can be a way to unwind and relieve stress, provided it is done in moderation and within one's means.

[junder]

Logically I would say that gambling is not bad for society but gambling only has a bad stigma from most of society and the bad stigma is formed because of gamblers who always try to treat gambling in the wrong way, meaning of course everything will not have too bad an impact if from the start you know how it works, and this applies to anything you do in life.

Therefore from the start in anything, never try anything that you do not know the risks or impacts, I understand that it always takes a trial at the beginning to find out the mistakes and truths, but I think there is no reason that makes sense when we are able to see that other people's experiences can be used as learning materials.

even if you consider risks and impacts there's the thing that some will be able to measure it and some will let gambling take control and end up ruining their lives
do you think that if it wasn't for gambling they would ruin their lives anyways?

I don't know, I think it is at least ina balance of good and bad but probably more for the bad...

I understand that nothing is impossible to happen even though from the start you have known or considered the impact and risk, meaning I understand what you mean where even though we have considered the impact and risk, it does not mean that we will be completely free from various possibilities that can happen unexpectedly such as losing control due to falling and being carried away by the current for a reason that ultimately destroys someone's life.

I admit that it is something that is very possible, but I will try to complete my idea above that we are not only required to know the risks and impacts but we also need to consider various forms of prevention so that unwanted things can be minimized, such as implementing risk management, such as good money management, limiting the amount of money and time to bet, realizing the possibility of high risk, limiting expectations and maintaining a level of awareness within oneself.

Basically, people will still have the possibility of experiencing destruction in their lives even though not through gambling, but gambling can be one of them.

[nullama]

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I think we need to look at it differently. There are two types of people: responsible and irresponsible. And it is not so important whether they gamble or not. A responsible person knows what's in moderation. He can even break some laws, but he does not engage in criminal activity, because he does not want to cause any harm to society. He uses only honestly earned money for entertainment.

An irresponsible person for the sake of his desires is capable of many things, including crimes.

That is why I say that the problem is not gambling, but people themselves and their upbringing.

Yes, but the funny thing is that most humans are capable of doing the most horrible things given the correct circumstances.

For example, in poor countries you have more petty crime in general. That's because they just don't have money. In rich countries they get paid enough to not bother with crime. It's the same people really, just the circumstances are different.

If you put someone from a rich country in a poor country with the same tools, opportunities, etc, the average person has there, then there would have a higher chance of committing petty crimes than staying in their rich country. It's just how humans work, it's not like some humans are better than others, intrinsically.

[madnessteat]

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In my opinion the interest in committing a crime, if it is related to the place of residence, is not that strong. It all depends on a person's inner values, positioning in society, upbringing, etc. I worked in many large companies in my city and almost everywhere I met people who are ready to steal everything they think lies unattended. And many steal everything in a row, not even analyzing what this or that thing is for. By the way, they do not even suffer from any of the addictions, such as alcoholism, drug addiction or gambling. They don't even need money, as they work at a good enough job. It seems to me that the reason for this behavior is not the desire to get money by any means, but some psychological problem. Something like kleptomania.

[l3pox]

There are always pros and cons in almost everything. For some, gambling does have a bad effect. Well, I won't argue with that because the effect on one person might cause terrible consequences not just for himself but also for people around him. On the other hand, the gambling industry generates a significant amount of tax revenue, which is very helpful to society as well.

you are correct, even drinking water can be bad for you if you drink too much
this is how life is and that's it
but the thing is that we can put things on perspective and know if they are good or bad overall, even if life is yin yang, some things like allowing violence without punishment are clearly more bad than good and free access to education is more good than bad

makes any sense?

thinking like that we'll probably come to the conclusion that gambling does more bad than good.

[Hatchy]

Most of the negative side of gambling are to me are created by individuals who fails to recognize gambling as an activity you do for pleasure. They get the wrong idea of gambling being a source of income and this gamble without resent. They just want to make profits of it and don't mind how they go about it. Gambling can be interesting and at the same time cause problems to someone who over does it. Ones one is addicted, the tend to over look on the bad side and see what ever they are doing as the good. Which on one side they are literally losing it and damaging and important aspect of their life.

[nullama]

Most of the negative side of gambling are to me are created by individuals who fails to recognize gambling as an activity you do for pleasure. They get the wrong idea of gambling being a source of income and this gamble without resent. They just want to make profits of it and don't mind how they go about it. Gambling can be interesting and at the same time cause problems to someone who over does it. Ones one is addicted, the tend to over look on the bad side and see what ever they are doing as the good. Which on one side they are literally losing it and damaging and important aspect of their life.

Spot on.

There are some people out there that think that gambling is a source of income.

They are really uninformed if they believe that.

Gambling has a negative return, that means that the most probable outcome of gambling is to lose your money.

That would be a pretty shitty income if you ask me.

[Zadicar]

Most of the negative side of gambling are to me are created by individuals who fails to recognize gambling as an activity you do for pleasure. They get the wrong idea of gambling being a source of income and this gamble without resent. They just want to make profits of it and don't mind how they go about it. Gambling can be interesting and at the same time cause problems to someone who over does it. Ones one is addicted, the tend to over look on the bad side and see what ever they are doing as the good. Which on one side they are literally losing it and damaging and important aspect of their life.

Spot on.

There are some people out there that think that gambling is a source of income.

They are really uninformed if they believe that.

Gambling has a negative return, that means that the most probable outcome of gambling is to lose your money.

That would be a pretty shitty income if you ask me.

On the moment or time that you would really be having this kind of mindset about making gambling as a source of income then you are the ones whose really that messing up your life with speaking about finances.
You are the ones who is really that potentially that doing something that will really be disrupting your life because of too much expectations towards gambling. Its not really that bad to engage with gambling
as long you do make yourself that getting responsible on the actions that you are taking. People do really mess up their lives on the time or moment that they will really be having those kind of insights and perceptions towards gambling on where they do really believe that they could really be able to make money constantly on which this isnt really just that right. This is why its really that recommended that you should really be that playing for fun and not for the money. Is it bad to the society? No its not. It is really just that peoples doing are the things that what makes it looks bad.

[summonerrk]

Most of the negative side of gambling are to me are created by individuals who fails to recognize gambling as an activity you do for pleasure. They get the wrong idea of gambling being a source of income and this gamble without resent. They just want to make profits of it and don't mind how they go about it. Gambling can be interesting and at the same time cause problems to someone who over does it. Ones one is addicted, the tend to over look on the bad side and see what ever they are doing as the good. Which on one side they are literally losing it and damaging and important aspect of their life.

And at the same time, such people create problems for all their loved ones. I have read many stories about how hard it is for relatives of gamblers to live next to those who could not cope with their addiction and began to ruin the lives of others. At the same time, trust is broken, money is spent on casinos, and not on family needs, and this is terrible.

Therefore, my main conclusion is this: gambling is not dangerous for the whole society, but it is very destructive for those who are friends or family of an addicted gambler. And I feel sorry for such people, I hope they will always overcome the circumstances.

[hahay]

Most of the negative side of gambling are to me are created by individuals who fails to recognize gambling as an activity you do for pleasure. They get the wrong idea of gambling being a source of income and this gamble without resent. They just want to make profits of it and don't mind how they go about it. Gambling can be interesting and at the same time cause problems to someone who over does it. Ones one is addicted, the tend to over look on the bad side and see what ever they are doing as the good. Which on one side they are literally losing it and damaging and important aspect of their life.

And at the same time, such people create problems for all their loved ones. I have read many stories about how hard it is for relatives of gamblers to live next to those who could not cope with their addiction and began to ruin the lives of others. At the same time, trust is broken, money is spent on casinos, and not on family needs, and this is terrible.

Therefore, my main conclusion is this: gambling is not dangerous for the whole society, but it is very destructive for those who are friends or family of an addicted gambler. And I feel sorry for such people, I hope they will always overcome the circumstances.

If the conclusion is like that, then gambling is clearly harmful to society. Because after all, if a gambling addict can cause harm to friends and or family and or people around, then it is very possible that gambling addicts in such cases will easily carry out criminal activities or maybe other crimes. Unless, if the gambling addict is still able to live well and harmoniously with the people around him, then this will not endanger society.

Therefore, I personally still agree that gambling addicts are likely to become something negative for society. Because after all, so far we also more often get stories or stories of a gambling addict who ultimately ends with a negative story, compared to gambling addicts who have a positive story.

[l3pox]

Most of the negative side of gambling are to me are created by individuals who fails to recognize gambling as an activity you do for pleasure. They get the wrong idea of gambling being a source of income and this gamble without resent. They just want to make profits of it and don't mind how they go about it. Gambling can be interesting and at the same time cause problems to someone who over does it. Ones one is addicted, the tend to over look on the bad side and see what ever they are doing as the good. Which on one side they are literally losing it and damaging and important aspect of their life.

but looking in a different way, gambling won't be the activity for maximum pleasure, there will be other things much more suitable for this, other games, sex, movement, pick your choice
in the end of the day, can we approach the want or need to gamble as an inbalance, just for existing?

a bit crazy idea but maybe not so crazy.