Is prevention better than cure?

[peter0425]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that. Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

[yahoo62278]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that. Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

You make it sound as if everyone is weak and gives in to addiction. Only weak minded people are in danger, not everyone is an idiot. Making 1 bet doesn't make you a degenerate and betting regularly doesn't either. People work hard and deserve to have a little fun with their earnings as long as they do it in a responsible way. Not everyone is willing to bet their kids on the next game.

[Charles-Tim]

People like that will not gamble at all. I have friends that do not gamble just because they think they will lose the money they use to gamble. Kind of different from addiction but very similar. It is better not to gamble if you think it is not worth putting money on. That is the advice I do give them.

[AmoreJaz]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that. Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

You make it sound as if everyone is weak and gives in to addiction. Only weak minded people are in danger, not everyone is an idiot. Making 1 bet doesn't make you a degenerate and betting regularly doesn't either. People work hard and deserve to have a little fun with their earnings as long as they do it in a responsible way. Not everyone is willing to bet their kids on the next game.

As long as you can contain your games, you are still in control of yourself. But once you start feeling you can't stop even if you want to stop. Then, maybe, start thinking of your situation. Because you might be in the addiction stage. So if you are just betting occasionally, yes, there's no need to worry. Prevention is still best rather than curing your addiction. Hard to address addiction as you may need professional help already. But with prevention, you can already manage this even with yourself. So long you know your limits/boundaries, you can still contain yourself and prevent you from traversing the rabbit hole of gambling.

[Orpichukwu]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that. Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

If you believe that you as an individual getting into something will make you lose yourself, please avoid engaging in that thing, and don't even force yourself into it.

This is not about seeing some truth inside of the statement; it's about personal choice. If you can handle it, then gamble, get the fun and entertainment, and win or lose. Get angry, be happy, and move on.

[bitterguy28]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that. Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

You make it sound as if everyone is weak and gives in to addiction. Only weak minded people are in danger, not everyone is an idiot. Making 1 bet doesn't make you a degenerate and betting regularly doesn't either. People work hard and deserve to have a little fun with their earnings as long as they do it in a responsible way. Not everyone is willing to bet their kids on the next game.

those who refuse to play at all may already know that they are weak minded and thus will not even attempt to gamble. it’s them who knows themselves the best so just let them be but some people are able to play and still not get addicted even if they have been playing for over a long period of time

[rachael9385]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that. Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

I think we know ourselves better than anyone does and also know whats best for us. If we avoid gambling based on the fact that we can get addicted easily then that is a good thing. Better to be safe than sorry, most people ignore these signs that's the reason why they end up dealing with an addiction problem. Not everyone can handle the temptation of gambling, some people aren't mentally strong for it

[PX-Z]

... Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

Well, of course, not going gambling in the first place is a form of prevention. This only applies to those really not gamble, but for most people here in this forum having gambling already it doesn't apply at all. There are still responsible user who gambles that doesn't get addicted due so many reasons and people should do like that to avoid getting addicted.

[danherbias07]

Avoid it if possible.

I don't think anyone wants to fall into gambling addiction. It's something that will happen over time, so we don't really know when it will come. The best way to avoid this is never to play at all or make a strict rule for yourself that needs to be followed without any question or thinking twice. It's better if we have that rule before we even play so that we won't fall into addiction, and I bet gambling will be more fun that way.

[Africolo]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that. Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

Only idiots with weak mentality think of the negative side of things without trying them first.

I don't think anyone wants to fall into gambling addiction. It's something that will happen over time, so we don't really know when it will come.

There are usually early signs of gambling addiction; chasing loses, depositing and gambling more than you can afford to lose are early signs of gambling addiction and irresponsibly gambling. It doesn't happen immediately it gives you signs

[DaNNy001]

As an adult you know what is good and bad for you, there are people that know about gambling but they don't even want to hear of it because they know that they might fall for that negative sides of it...there's nothing wrong in knowing your weaknesses and avoiding them so it doesn't become an issue...These people shouldn't be categorized as scared, they are only doing what they think is right for their mental health

[Shinpako09]

Not all players are addicted to gambling. Well, if you know your will is weak, then don’t gamble. Just trust your instincts. At least you’re thinking straight and considering the future consequences of your actions. Imo, gambling is very hard to resist once you’ve tried it, whether you win or lose. If you win, you’ll want to repeat it, if you lose, you’ll try to recover, and the cycle continues. Unless you have a strong will and can stick to trying it just once regardless of the result.

[alegotardo]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that. Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

Look, I agree that for some more "vulnerable" people, it is best not to even risk of gambling, but I dont think that is some necessary for everyone peoples.

If the person already has some vulnerability or a family history of addiction, the best option is to truly avoid gambling. But for those who want to gamble moderately, it is enough to use prevention strategies... set spending limits and especially time limits, avoid impulsive bets, and take breaks when things get critical with large losses, for example.

Perhaps if I had not started gambling until today, I would have a different perspective and would also prefer to stay away from it completly. But I've realized that I can gamble moderately and have control over it, so I believe it's possible to combine this entertainment with a healthy lifestyle.

[Mindyspace]

What you're saying makes sense. Complete avoidance may be the safest way to avoid the risk of addiction, because once you start, even if it's just out of curiosity, it's easy to lose control. I think each person needs to know their limits and decide whether or not to take the risk, but prevention always seems to be the safest option.

[Fivestar4everMVP]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that. Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

It is definitely better, much better to avoid gambling completely when you don't trust in your ability to gamble while subjecting your self to self control to prevent yourself from getting addicted to the game..

Personally for me now, I don't mingle with a lot of people because I don't like a situation where I will be influenced into gambling when I within myself don't wish or want to gamble.
Indeed prevention is sure better than cure in this aspect of gambling and gambling addiction., it absolutely much better to avoid gambling than gamble and later on we all start looking for possible solutions to gambling addiction, better for one to stay alone and deal with the loneliness of being alone than go with friends and later battle gambling addiction.

[junder]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that. Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

I agree with the saying that prevention is better than cure, and this applies to many things, including gambling.

I truly respect those who think that way, as it's a very wise idea. But for me, having already fallen into it, I'm simply trying to fix it. So far, I feel fortunate to have been able to improve my situation by limiting my previously reckless gambling. While we know that fixing or treating it is more difficult, that doesn't mean it's impossible.

[Samlucky O]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that.

Surely they may not be far from the truth about becoming addicted, but not all. action they say is better than words, you can not get addicted by just concluding. I think everyone can not get addicted at once, if they decide to gamble. you are making it look like anyone that gamble must be addicted. If everyone is Afraid of Gambling who then will gamble?

Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

One thing you will understand first is that not everyone that will get addicted into gambling, some will and some will not. Saying that it's better not to try at all than trying and getting addicted is a statement of accepting defeat before trying, and it's a sign of a weak and lazy person who doesn't want to try something in life. This can be deceptive. Life itself is a risk and anymore who can not make a move because others has failed in that field has already killed his or her zeal about that. I am not only making references because of Gambling but in other aspects of life. Always be courageous in life don't fail to try out something yourself even if others fail. You could break the record because that's how record where made. Those who's name appead on the Guinness book of record decided to try out  extraordinary things that people sees as impossible and made their way out, that's why their name appeared there.

[Moreno233]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that. Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

Who are those people that knows what gambling addiction is when they have not even tried placing their first bet? Gambling addition is not a spirit that will possess an individual immediately they start to gamble, it is a reflection of our character and habits that we have cultivated over a long period of time. Sometimes you will not even noticed that you are addicted until someone tell you or maybe it has had a toll on your mental health or your finances.

[iv4n]

There are all kinds of people in this world, and I believe some of them should stay as far away from gambling as possible... not everything is for everyone. So it's better to avoid getting into trouble if possible, but for that you need to be a conscious/aware person... to have some brain. At the same time, if someone has some brain, he would just have fun playing without worrying about addiction & other foolish things... don't overthink it, just play with money you can afford to lose & have fun.

[Yablee0]

There are people out there who do not want to play gambling at all because they think that once they do, they will fall into addiction. Of course, we know it’s not that immediate nor easy but it makes me wonder whether there’s some truth to that. Is it better to avoid addiction in the first place by completely devoiding yourself of doing that activity instead of playing and getting addicted only to try and recover afterwards?

My brother op, this whole thing about gambling addiction all depends on your mental strength and capability, if you think you can't get hold or stay charged of your emotions when started then give way to more buoyant players but if you are mentally buoyant and well to do then you are cool.

However, it is not a most that you most gamble, gamble is game of choice if you choose having fun in that way then you are cool with it if only you can control your huge from getting addicted but if otherwise it's better you stay off at the first instant thus you learn the hard way.