Is gambling bad to the society?

[Mr. Magkaisa]

        -      Many lives have been ruined because of gambling, especially in online casinos, and I have watched many documentary stories of former gambling addicts who ruined their lives. There are others who became addicted and became addicted to gambling who used to be rich and had a had a big salary, but when he got addicted to the online casino, he gradually sold the things, cars, and jewelry that he had left behind.

So maybe this is one of the reasons why the society of every country is becoming bad, but if you are a disciplined gambler but you are not an addict, I don't think you will end up in this situation.

[tomos81]

If any gambler goes against their will and enters a win they will face a loss, but I have seen most gamblers fall into this situation.  Those who enter excessive winnings and gambling addictions suffer the most losses, and gambling all night when they return home empty-handed immediately starts a family feud.  Gamblers usually have the most poverty in their homes, because the gambler is busy at work and the neighbor of the distressed gambler is busy.  So it is not easy to earn from gambling, that's why the family is always in trouble.

Gambling is generally blameless in the eyes of society and a threat to the family. Because a gambler apart from earning for his family, he is busy gambling due to which the family members starve. A gambler cannot control his family properly, as a gambling addict gambles and loses and becomes a threat to the family. Where the society family and relatives are all very much towards this gambling, because when a gambler enters gambling he is known as the last most hated person in the society.

[Ondekinecakabilirim]

I am not a expert who can talk about the impact of gambling on society. But I can talk about the impact on individuals. Because I have my own experiences with it. When I gamble, I feel happy and I see gambling as part of my pursuit of entertainment. When I gamble knowing my responsibilities and knowing my financial limits, gambling never harms me. If I gamble ignoring my responsibilities, gambling harms me. If I gamble with my house rent, gambling harms me. If I gamble ignoring my financial limits, gambling harms me. If I gamble with more money than I have budgeted for entertainment, gambling harms me.

[Dewi Aries]

If any gambler goes against their will and enters a win they will face a loss, but I have seen most gamblers fall into this situation.  Those who enter excessive winnings and gambling addictions suffer the most losses, and gambling all night when they return home empty-handed immediately starts a family feud.  Gamblers usually have the most poverty in their homes, because the gambler is busy at work and the neighbor of the distressed gambler is busy.  So it is not easy to earn from gambling, that's why the family is always in trouble.

Gambling is generally blameless in the eyes of society and a threat to the family. Because a gambler apart from earning for his family, he is busy gambling due to which the family members starve. A gambler cannot control his family properly, as a gambling addict gambles and loses and becomes a threat to the family. Where the society family and relatives are all very much towards this gambling, because when a gambler enters gambling he is known as the last most hated person in the society.

So I think we can conclude that what is bad is not gambling but gamblers who treat gambling in the wrong way so that in the end it has a bad impact on themselves and the people around them such as the family members you mentioned, that's true.
Gambling is a risky activity, winning always depends on luck and losing is part of the game, meaning we can't force victory to always come, even though losing is part but when you have a good approach and know how to manage and control your gambling activities then you will not experience bad impacts like gamblers who are now in the addiction phase.

Therefore, this is why we are always advised to gamble based on understanding and limits that are in accordance with our abilities, or in other words, never try to pursue something that is uncertain, because only luck can bring you victory, the point is that everything will not be too bad if you know your limits.

[nara1892]

If any gambler goes against their will and enters a win they will face a loss, but I have seen most gamblers fall into this situation.  Those who enter excessive winnings and gambling addictions suffer the most losses, and gambling all night when they return home empty-handed immediately starts a family feud.  Gamblers usually have the most poverty in their homes, because the gambler is busy at work and the neighbor of the distressed gambler is busy.  So it is not easy to earn from gambling, that's why the family is always in trouble.

That is why the most important thing for a gambler to consider is to set aside a fixed amount of money and refrain from participating beyond a fixed period of time. You have to develop a habit of living within limits and restrictions so that it doesn't cross the line and become addictive. The all-night gambling is definitely unusual, ruining him financially and causing social and family turmoil. Gambling is not bad but a gambler must play responsibly. If one considers gambling as one of the means of earning money, disaster will follow in every case.

Basically, setting limits on the amount of money bet and the time spent gambling are two important things to prepare or a plan that must be had by someone when they are involved in gambling.
But I believe that saying is always much easier than practicing, meaning that before you enter into the plan, there is something you must do first, namely conducting research and assessment to identify what and how gambling really is.
It is none other than because I believe that someone will never want to do anything they do not know even though there are many people who suggest doing so, they do not yet know that prioritizing prevention in gambling is something that must be more focused on by a gambler considering that gambling can be very high risk.

[EarnOnVictor]

But in countries where gambling is not legal and usually the lower classes participate in gambling, there is a risk of organized criminal activities.

And that's what really happens, it's always like that, because I think that if we start from the fact that when they prohibit something from us, it becomes a challenge, because things are like that and they apply to everything, in the case of prohibited countries, where they don't have the right to play in a casino because their governments have declared it so, it seems absurd to me and it seems like a dictatorship to me, because it's fun, it's like they told you what you Should spend your money on and what you shouldn't, or how you should have fun, that's something that doesn't make sense to me and that's the reason why sometimes these acts of doing casinos become such a thing.

It is true that people are more curious about things that are banned by the government. Assuming that some forbidden things like smoking cigarettes are completely forbidden and harmful to health, people also know that smoking cigarettes damages several vital organs including lungs. Since it is banned people are more curious about cigarettes and most of the people have an attraction towards cigarettes.  Similarly, in countries where gambling is prohibited, gambling becomes a challenge and most people take this challenge as a target.

Not that people take the ban as a target, it's actually a target and it's targetted on the people because of either religion or traditional beliefs, and even also the government belief which is not convenient. My brother, there is nothing like freedom, no one should disallow you to do whatever you want to do because they have religious or political power, you own your life, and you should be in control of it.

For instance, I want to gamble as other people gamble in their countries but my country is not allowing me, how convenient is that?  The same goes for the smoking you mentioned, though it's bad for health, some people smoke and live longer than those who do not smoke, while some people will have access to it but will choose not to smoke due to the possible risk of doing it. It should be our choice, the aspect of the government is to create risk awareness and sensitise people not to do it rather than forcefully banning it entirely.

Must we live their lifestyle?

[bubilas]

Recently I heard an interesting and relevant expression: "a gambler does not suffer, he enjoys, and his relatives suffer."
On the one hand, I agree with these words, because if a gambler continues to play and continue his problematic path of gambling, then he clearly likes it.
But on the other hand, we have all heard many times that every gambler says that his personality is split into two - the old personality and the problem player. Therefore, I think that gamblers also suffer.

[nullama]

Recently I heard an interesting and relevant expression: "a gambler does not suffer, he enjoys, and his relatives suffer."
On the one hand, I agree with these words, because if a gambler continues to play and continue his problematic path of gambling, then he clearly likes it.
But on the other hand, we have all heard many times that every gambler says that his personality is split into two - the old personality and the problem player. Therefore, I think that gamblers also suffer.

It is a bit true, but also a bit not true, in the sense that the gambler enjoys it in the moment, but doesn't enjoy it in the long term.

The same with their family and friends, they don't get to even enjoy the moment, they only see the negatives of it.

So, in a way, it is a very selfish act if you have people depending on you.

[Gheka]

But in countries where gambling is not legal and usually the lower classes participate in gambling, there is a risk of organized criminal activities.

And that's what really happens, it's always like that, because I think that if we start from the fact that when they prohibit something from us, it becomes a challenge, because things are like that and they apply to everything, in the case of prohibited countries, where they don't have the right to play in a casino because their governments have declared it so, it seems absurd to me and it seems like a dictatorship to me, because it's fun, it's like they told you what you Should spend your money on and what you shouldn't, or how you should have fun, that's something that doesn't make sense to me and that's the reason why sometimes these acts of doing casinos become such a thing.

It is true that people are more curious about things that are banned by the government. Assuming that some forbidden things like smoking cigarettes are completely forbidden and harmful to health, people also know that smoking cigarettes damages several vital organs including lungs. Since it is banned people are more curious about cigarettes and most of the people have an attraction towards cigarettes.  Similarly, in countries where gambling is prohibited, gambling becomes a challenge and most people take this challenge as a target.

Because from the government's perspective, they synthesize and analyze more benefits and harms, the consideration shows that this should be a banned product but on the user's side, this product does not cause significant harm, even if it happens, they still receive different comfortable states, and the question arises why are there two sides opposing and accepting like that, it is like a way of advertising to new people with curiosity and searching, once they feel suitable, they will ignore information from the government

[Fiatless]

Recently I heard an interesting and relevant expression: "a gambler does not suffer, he enjoys, and his relatives suffer."
On the one hand, I agree with these words, because if a gambler continues to play and continue his problematic path of gambling, then he clearly likes it.
But on the other hand, we have all heard many times that every gambler says that his personality is split into two - the old personality and the problem player. Therefore, I think that gamblers also suffer.

This assertion can also be gamblers enjoy, and their relative also benefits. We have cases where a gambler wins big, and his family also enjoys it. Gamblers have started businesses for friends and relatives from big wins. Gambling becomes a problem only when it is abused. The only gambler who makes his family suffer because of his losses is not responsible. Every gambler should take responsibility for his actions and not let his family suffer because of his excesses.

I am not a expert who can talk about the impact of gambling on society. But I can talk about the impact on individuals. Because I have my own experiences with it. When I gamble, I feel happy and I see gambling as part of my pursuit of entertainment. When I gamble knowing my responsibilities and knowing my financial limits, gambling never harms me. If I gamble ignoring my responsibilities, gambling harms me. If I gamble with my house rent, gambling harms me. If I gamble ignoring my financial limits, gambling harms me. If I gamble with more money than I have budgeted for entertainment, gambling harms me.

You just spoke the simple truth. Every gambler should put his basic needs first before seeking entertainment from gambling. A man who needs to buy food for his family wouldn't use such funds to buy a cinema ticket. This also applies to gambling; my family has never been against my gambling activities because they have never lacked what they need due to my betting budget.

[bitzizzix]

Whether it is good or bad for society depends on the gambler himself.
If they gamble because they feel the need, or because they expect a big win, or to get extra income and use the money for important needs, then don't gamble.
But if you gamble to relax, have fun, and enjoy the atmosphere just for fun without using important money, I think it's okay and go ahead if it will make you happy. In addition, there are limits that you must avoid and also know, especially limiting the amount of money you bet when gambling.
However, gambling will still be looked down upon by society. Because most people gamble just to make money that makes them lose control when gambling and destroys them, and that makes society judge gambling as a bad thing which is actually the gambler's fault.

[nullama]

Whether it is good or bad for society depends on the gambler himself.
If they gamble because they feel the need, or because they expect a big win, or to get extra income and use the money for important needs, then don't gamble.
But if you gamble to relax, have fun, and enjoy the atmosphere just for fun without using important money, I think it's okay and go ahead if it will make you happy. In addition, there are limits that you must avoid and also know, especially limiting the amount of money you bet when gambling.
However, gambling will still be looked down upon by society. Because most people gamble just to make money that makes them lose control when gambling and destroys them, and that makes society judge gambling as a bad thing which is actually the gambler's fault.

Yeah, it depends as you say.

So, if the gambler has a big issue with gambling, then yeah, society ends up having some issues as well.

But if the gambler uses gambling as a simple entertainment, then there is no notable harm in society at all.

[bubilas]

Unfortunately, society does not like those who have won a lot of money.
In the country where I live there is a common saying "happiness is only in silence". And these are very wise words, because if someone tells everyone about their jackpot, they are attracting big problems!
I understand that if someone wins a large sum of money, they will not be able to keep it a secret for long, because everything will be visible from their purchases. But we need to try not to talk too much and take care of our safety.

[summonerrk]

Unfortunately, society does not like those who have won a lot of money.
In the country where I live there is a common saying "happiness is only in silence". And these are very wise words, because if someone tells everyone about their jackpot, they are attracting big problems!
I understand that if someone wins a large sum of money, they will not be able to keep it a secret for long, because everything will be visible from their purchases. But we need to try not to talk too much and take care of our safety.

In many lotteries, especially National ones, there is a condition that the winner must show his face and wave to the camera, holding a check with a huge amount of money won. And it is clear that no one wants such fame throughout the country, because all the poor friends and relatives will hate him, but such conditions are mandatory. After all, the sponsor of the lottery sees this as a huge promotion: all people will imagine themselves in the place of this lucky person and will also go and buy tickets for this lottery.
And the sponsors do not care that they are making life difficult for the winners of this lottery with such an interview.

[nullama]

~snip~
In many lotteries, especially National ones, there is a condition that the winner must show his face and wave to the camera, holding a check with a huge amount of money won. And it is clear that no one wants such fame throughout the country, because all the poor friends and relatives will hate him, but such conditions are mandatory. After all, the sponsor of the lottery sees this as a huge promotion: all people will imagine themselves in the place of this lucky person and will also go and buy tickets for this lottery.
And the sponsors do not care that they are making life difficult for the winners of this lottery with such an interview.

As far as I can remember, I think you usually can have a legal representative to go fetch the prize for you.

They will have the ticket on their hands, but they are representing you legally. So in that way you get the ticket but they don't get to see you.

It protects the privacy of the people that will end up winning a lot of money. Rich people do these kinds of things all the time. They value their privacy.

[summonerrk]

~snip~
In many lotteries, especially National ones, there is a condition that the winner must show his face and wave to the camera, holding a check with a huge amount of money won. And it is clear that no one wants such fame throughout the country, because all the poor friends and relatives will hate him, but such conditions are mandatory. After all, the sponsor of the lottery sees this as a huge promotion: all people will imagine themselves in the place of this lucky person and will also go and buy tickets for this lottery.
And the sponsors do not care that they are making life difficult for the winners of this lottery with such an interview.

As far as I can remember, I think you usually can have a legal representative to go fetch the prize for you.

They will have the ticket on their hands, but they are representing you legally. So in that way you get the ticket but they don't get to see you.

It protects the privacy of the people that will end up winning a lot of money. Rich people do these kinds of things all the time. They value their privacy.

Honestly, I have never seen anything like this, they always show the winners on Sundays, say where they bought the ticket and sign their name and surname at the bottom. However, you made me think that you can always refer to illness and send someone else instead of yourself.
The main thing is that he cannot then dispose of the prize, because then it will be a funny situation. I think in this case you need to write receipts at a notary.
And even if it is not easy, the big money is worth it.

[nara1892]

In simple terms, I actually think that the good and bad of gambling always depends on how society as an individual treats the activity.
Basically, gambling is a risky activity, but gambling will not be too high risk or have a bad impact if someone treats it in the right way, such as not exceeding their ability which is often suggested by many people here.

This means that I think it is clear that gambling can only have a bad impact when a gambler comes with the wrong mindset and method, such as wanting to make a lot of money for example, but when you gamble moderately in the sense of not exceeding your ability by only betting the minimum amount according to the money you can afford to lose every time you gamble, then I think gambling will not have too bad an impact.

[LUCKMCFLY]

Who is the government without the people? the society should not, always, place in, all troubles to the government, and not join in fixing it—Harassment is a felony with about a year prison charge in some countries. And it’s not the type of crime that people who are getting hurt would sit back and watch it continue happening. They’ll need to find a way and straighten it out, till the government shows up. So, more people will not get hurt. A close-by local police station can be disturbed to reach the government’s attention on this...

Yes, but that Applies to countries where the Police forces are in favor of their People , sometimes these police forces are so corrupt that they do not care at all what happens to their people , and how things are like this, the Government also only cares about What they can do with money for the benefit of themselves , Therefore every time we see this type of Action we can Only say that if the Forces are not correct it is likely that things will work , in my Country they do not work , and the people do not Have Weapons , so it is somewhat difficult.

[michellee]

In simple terms, I actually think that the good and bad of gambling always depends on how society as an individual treats the activity.
Basically, gambling is a risky activity, but gambling will not be too high risk or have a bad impact if someone treats it in the right way, such as not exceeding their ability which is often suggested by many people here.

This means that I think it is clear that gambling can only have a bad impact when a gambler comes with the wrong mindset and method, such as wanting to make a lot of money for example, but when you gamble moderately in the sense of not exceeding your ability by only betting the minimum amount according to the money you can afford to lose every time you gamble, then I think gambling will not have too bad an impact.

That is right because society will evaluates and have consideration how much money they will use to play gambling. If they thinks that gambling have risk for losing the money, they will not use too often. They will know how to treat gambling without risking too much money.

Gambling can only be used for have fun so when people in that society use for making money, they must prepare with the lose. They may lose much money when they don't have control so that makes them to be careful when gambling. When many people in that society can see gambling as a term of having fun, they will not getting deeper.

Yes, we must not spend much money and only use the money we can afford to lose. That will prevent us from the big lose while we can enjoy gambling as an entertainment.

[Etranger]

Yes, we must not spend much money and only use the money we can afford to lose. That will prevent us from the big lose while we can enjoy gambling as an entertainment.

I agree with your statement that we should see casino as a place for entertainment. However, if we compere casino with some other services to entertain people, that we will see, that other options. for example, video games, bowling, shooting contests, they all give you something in return for your money. You actually have an opportunity to spend some sufficient time having fun or purchasing something you will own in the end.

But the thing with casino is that you will have fun, no doubts, but you will be satisfied only your money multiplies. If you lose, you will probably regret playing those games or you will feel sorry for your loss. Those emotions are much more negative, then losing in a video game, for example. And when we have to deal with such strong bad feelings, it is hard to say that they are part of an entertaining process.