Best way to help an addicted gambler

[ZeroVinsonN]

I think the best way is however we can, but helping is key. If we know the person and have the money to pay a specialist , it costs nothing to do it. I would do it I think that's something we'd be contributing to in order to be a better person. If we don't have the money and we know them, then we have to talk to them, encourage them to do another activity There's no script for how to help, but anything that helps them is acceptable.

Before doing any of that we should first try to recognize whether the person we are talking to and is obviously addicted to gambling actually wants to get help and recognize there is something wrong with them.

It does not matter how good our intentions are, if that person does not want to get help from us, then it would not matter at all, you know.

I would also add that we are supposed to never give cash or transfer money to someone who is struggling with gambling addiction, because they could easily fall in temptation and misuse that money instead of paying for professional help.

This is one part of the mixture that people usually miss, you can make a person stop gambling if they don't want to stop gambling, it's even worse if the person is addicted to gambling already because then it's like a part of them and they just won't give it up like it's nothing, to help someone who is addicted to gambling to get out of that addiction they have to first be willing to stop gambling themselves, once they decide that they themselves want to stop then we can work to help them get out of it but not before.

[Popkon6]

An elderly man was asked in front of me if his son, who is always gambling somehow got addicted to gambling, and they tried to talk him out of it, but all to no avail, what method he thinks he can use that will be very effective, and he said he will use his military influence to get his own son arrested and locked up for at least 2 years if he stays without any means of gambling his brain will adjust by itself.

Do you guys think such method will be effective or cause more harm to the person itself.

It can never be solved by force, since the boy has become addicted to gambling, he should be given rest. If he does not want to take rest, then he should find a source of income. If his father has given him money for his expenses, then his father should reduce the money for his expenses, because the addicted gambler may be gambling from this money. So if you gradually reduce the amount of money, you will definitely be able to stay away from the symptoms of addiction, and the symptoms of addiction will go away from him. He should overcome the symptoms of gambling addiction through various strategies, this is the only best way.

[Out of mind]

An elderly man was asked in front of me if his son, who is always gambling somehow got addicted to gambling, and they tried to talk him out of it, but all to no avail, what method he thinks he can use that will be very effective, and he said he will use his military influence to get his own son arrested and locked up for at least 2 years if he stays without any means of gambling his brain will adjust by itself.

Do you guys think such method will be effective or cause more harm to the person itself.

Gambling addiction is very dangerous so we cannot go into the depth of gambling but the person you mentioned may have sunk much deeper. If that boy wants to come back from gambling addiction then he should have minimum knowledge so that he can stay without gambling for a few days, and if he gambles constantly then it may not be possible. However if his father decides to keep him in prison for two years and let him be without his phone then maybe he can come out a little but there will be a lot of risk here. If a person addicted to gambling loses his control then he cannot stay without gambling for a day then he will definitely lose his control and take risk of his life. If he does not care about his life if he is kept in prison then it will be more risky, in that case he should be kept without his phone for a few days, again he should be allowed to use the phone occasionally so that he can gradually overcome his gambling addiction.

[Jody.Drummer]

People become addecting in gambling due to alone ness. They don't have Time to spend they spending their time in front their mobile screen or pc. If they make friends if their family gives support then they can easyly come out form gambling addiction. But they don't have friends no one gives time. If a gambler have friends family they gives time that can truly help to come out from addiction.

Now, due to modern civilization, people spend their time sitting at home, so there is no time for sports and traveling. If people spend their free time traveling a little and playing sports in the afternoon, then the young generation will definitely be able to protect themselves from the terrible grave of gambling. For this, family support is definitely needed. If there is a person to spend time with, then he will definitely not feel lonely and if he does not feel lonely, he will never become a gambler. Therefore, the only good way to spend free time is to involve yourself in sports and go out for a walk or a walk in the afternoon.

Some guys tend to be isolated from others. The family environment makes them lonely by not allowing them to socialize with others. Boys are spending time at home and using phones and laptops and easily get addicted to online gambling. Encourage your child to play outside instead of keeping them indoors and develop the habit of physical exercise yourself to stay physically fit.

I am concerned about parents who strictly restrict their children so that they cannot socialize with other children, even though socializing is important. In fact, if we restrict children too much, it can make them feel depressed. The initial goal is to establish discipline, but because it is too strict, it actually affects the child's mental health. I recall that in the past, children preferred to play traditional games together rather than spend all their time at home playing with gadgets, which can easily expose them to online gambling and even lead to addiction.

[fruktik]

Some guys tend to be isolated from others. The family environment makes them lonely by not allowing them to socialize with others. Boys are spending time at home and using phones and laptops and easily get addicted to online gambling. Encourage your child to play outside instead of keeping them indoors and develop the habit of physical exercise yourself to stay physically fit.

How can you let your child go outside and encourage it when the temperature drops to -30 degrees Celsius? How long can they stay outside without getting frostbite? Even climate influences a person's development as an individual. It's believed that in countries with harsh climates, people spend more time indoors than outdoors. And at home, you need to find entertainment. Do you understand my point?

[Fredomago]

An elderly man was asked in front of me if his son, who is always gambling somehow got addicted to gambling, and they tried to talk him out of it, but all to no avail, what method he thinks he can use that will be very effective, and he said he will use his military influence to get his own son arrested and locked up for at least 2 years if he stays without any means of gambling his brain will adjust by itself.

Do you guys think such method will be effective or cause more harm to the person itself.

It can never be solved by force, since the boy has become addicted to gambling, he should be given rest. If he does not want to take rest, then he should find a source of income. If his father has given him money for his expenses, then his father should reduce the money for his expenses, because the addicted gambler may be gambling from this money. So if you gradually reduce the amount of money, you will definitely be able to stay away from the symptoms of addiction, and the symptoms of addiction will go away from him. He should overcome the symptoms of gambling addiction through various strategies, this is the only best way.

That's going to be depend n the level of addiction, if the person deeply addicted controlling him /her might be difficult especially if he's getting that amount he will push for it no matter what, though the suggestion may work if the level of addiction still controllable by the person itself, since limiting the access to the money may lead him to lessen his participation to gamble as he's just relying to the amount that he'll be getting as an allowance in a daily of monthly manner.

[Yorubek]

An elderly man was asked in front of me if his son, who is always gambling somehow got addicted to gambling, and they tried to talk him out of it, but all to no avail, what method he thinks he can use that will be very effective, and he said he will use his military influence to get his own son arrested and locked up for at least 2 years if he stays without any means of gambling his brain will adjust by itself.

Do you guys think such method will be effective or cause more harm to the person itself.

Gambling addiction is very dangerous so we cannot go into the depth of gambling but the person you mentioned may have sunk much deeper. If that boy wants to come back from gambling addiction then he should have minimum knowledge so that he can stay without gambling for a few days, and if he gambles constantly then it may not be possible. However if his father decides to keep him in prison for two years and let him be without his phone then maybe he can come out a little but there will be a lot of risk here. If a person addicted to gambling loses his control then he cannot stay without gambling for a day then he will definitely lose his control and take risk of his life. If he does not care about his life if he is kept in prison then it will be more risky, in that case he should be kept without his phone for a few days, again he should be allowed to use the phone occasionally so that he can gradually overcome his gambling addiction.

Addiction is a serious danger that can completely destroy a person, always be aware of gambling so that gambling does not become a part of our life. Once gambling turns into an addiction, it is very difficult to get out of it. An addicted person first has to manage his life through long-term treatment, mentally or physically, and stay away from gambling for a long time, he has to stay away from any work that causes addiction and it is better to always keep himself busy, as a result, he can gradually get rid of the addiction.

[Cgrexp]

Some guys tend to be isolated from others. The family environment makes them lonely by not allowing them to socialize with others. Boys are spending time at home and using phones and laptops and easily get addicted to online gambling. Encourage your child to play outside instead of keeping them indoors and develop the habit of physical exercise yourself to stay physically fit.

How can you let your child go outside and encourage it when the temperature drops to -30 degrees Celsius? How long can they stay outside without getting frostbite? Even climate influences a person's development as an individual. It's believed that in countries with harsh climates, people spend more time indoors than outdoors. And at home, you need to find entertainment. Do you understand my point?

Yes, if there is a situation where children are unable to go out of the house due to natural or climatic conditions and have to spend most of their time indoors, then parents need to be vigilant so that they do not become overly addicted to mobile phones. They can set some time for using mobile phones and rules can be set that they will not be allowed to use their phones outside the specified time. Apart from this, children can be made interested in reading books or creative activities. Besides, indoor games or spending time with family members can be done. Surely, a responsible parent will not sit quietly and watch their children become addicted before their eyes just because they are not going out now.

[LUCKMCFLY]

That is the right to do, staying away from gambling addiction will prevent further damage in their lives and in their financial aspect as well, which is also right that one should embrace gambling with a mindset of having fun through it and not to make money with it, as things will not turn out to be how you plan it, so avoid whatever thing that will cause or lead you into being addicted.

People who suffer from addiction have sadly fallen into this trap Should they be helped? YES, why shouldn't we? Because it's not us or nobody we care about? It shouldn't work like that. The world is stuck in a system where people don't even enjoy their lives and is full of toxicity and selfishness. Of course, we have to help, and those who don't want to help, well, they don't have to, but they shouldn't interfere. If we can help in any way, it's good to do it.

[fruktik]

Yes, if there is a situation where children are unable to go out of the house due to natural or climatic conditions and have to spend most of their time indoors, then parents need to be vigilant so that they do not become overly addicted to mobile phones. They can set some time for using mobile phones and rules can be set that they will not be allowed to use their phones outside the specified time. Apart from this, children can be made interested in reading books or creative activities. Besides, indoor games or spending time with family members can be done. Surely, a responsible parent will not sit quietly and watch their children become addicted before their eyes just because they are not going out now.

Another option is to enroll your child in a sports-related activity. This is a great solution for parents who are very limited in time due to work. For a few hours, your child will definitely be occupied with something useful. This is also beneficial for their development.

Naturally, the less children use cell phones, the better. They're not toys, but a means of communication. The same goes for computers. Time limits should be set for all of these.

[Agathamay]

An elderly man was asked in front of me if his son, who is always gambling somehow got addicted to gambling, and they tried to talk him out of it, but all to no avail, what method he thinks he can use that will be very effective, and he said he will use his military influence to get his own son arrested and locked up for at least 2 years if he stays without any means of gambling his brain will adjust by itself.

Do you guys think such method will be effective or cause more harm to the person itself.

One of the best ways to teem an addicted gambler is sending them to a good rehab where their activities will be strictly monitored and if you can't afford a rehab,  always make out time for thr addict and try as much as possible to always keep them engaged with something doing.
There is a saying that, an idle mind is the devil's workshop,  so always make sure that, the addict isn't idle except resting .

That is the right to do, staying away from gambling addiction will prevent further damage in their lives and in their financial aspect as well, which is also right that one should embrace gambling with a mindset of having fun through it and not to make money with it, as things will not turn out to be how you plan it, so avoid whatever thing that will cause or lead you into being addicted.

People who suffer from addiction have sadly fallen into this trap Should they be helped? YES, why shouldn't we? Because it's not us or nobody we care about? It shouldn't work like that. The world is stuck in a system where people don't even enjoy their lives and is full of toxicity and selfishness. Of course, we have to help, and those who don't want to help, well, they don't have to, but they shouldn't interfere. If we can help in any way, it's good to do it.

As human, the least we can always do to people is giving a helping hand at every moment you have thr opportunity to do so.
People in the world are battling alot of addiction not necessarily gambling as some might be battling masturbation, some smoking addiction, some drugs,some can even be womanizing and thr rest, it might seem like a joke to those who aren't suffering any firm of addiction but thr least we can do is create enabling environment for victims to always speak up and seek help and allt of addi to cabt speak up because of fear of public condemnation.

[Lannakosa]

That's going to be depend n the level of addiction, if the person deeply addicted controlling him /her might be difficult especially if he's getting that amount he will push for it no matter what, though the suggestion may work if the level of addiction still controllable by the person itself, since limiting the access to the money may lead him to lessen his participation to gamble as he's just relying to the amount that he'll be getting as an allowance in a daily of monthly manner.

Such a player still needs to have access to money, because they have to live somehow and cover their basic needs. But if the player is addicted, they may distribute this money irresponsibly. First of all, they may spend it specifically on gambling, hoping that they will win, have more money, and then be able to pay off all their debts. I think you are right it depends on the degree of the player’s addiction. If that degree is quite high, they will spend everything on gambling and continue living on borrowed money for as long as possible.

[junder]

That's going to be depend n the level of addiction, if the person deeply addicted controlling him /her might be difficult especially if he's getting that amount he will push for it no matter what, though the suggestion may work if the level of addiction still controllable by the person itself, since limiting the access to the money may lead him to lessen his participation to gamble as he's just relying to the amount that he'll be getting as an allowance in a daily of monthly manner.

Someone who is heavily addicted to gambling will certainly find it difficult to recover, even with help, unless they themselves have the intention and determination to recover and become a better person by leaving their addiction behind.

Setting financial limits is possible, but the fear is that the addict will not be able to control themselves, so they will find their own way to get money and return to gambling.

[Orpichukwu]

Someone who is heavily addicted to gambling will certainly find it difficult to recover, even with help, unless they themselves have the intention and determination to recover and become a better person by leaving their addiction behind.

Sure. The first step towards getting rid of addiction is self awareness, and then willingness to seek and get help from others, this is because, depending on the level of the addiction, it can be very difficult or even impossible an addicted fellow to conquer addiction on their own, whic is why it's always important to talk to someone or possibly seek professional help.

[Antotena]

As human, the least we can always do to people is giving a helping hand at every moment you have thr opportunity to do so.
People in the world are battling alot of addiction not necessarily gambling as some might be battling masturbation, some smoking addiction, some drugs,some can even be womanizing and thr rest, it might seem like a joke to those who aren't suffering any firm of addiction but thr least we can do is create enabling environment for victims to always speak up and seek help and allt of addi to cabt speak up because of fear of public condemnation.

First rule of gambling addiction solution is to make sure that the person you are trying to help is ready to stop gambling addiction. I have observed this with many smokers, when they are addicted and they keep saying they want to stop it without any action, know that it will remain that way for long time but a true person thag want to stop addiction don't even need to make an announcement, lock in and never look back to it again and even with good intentions of gambling, don't do it again.

There is nothing hard in addiction but if you joke around with it, you are going to likely suffer that addiction for a very long time. Funny thing about this addiction is that many don't even know they are addicted to gambling, they just play along until they see it's getting out of hand after losing so much money without seeing any result, that's when they will now say they want to quit gambling, alot would have been loss already including precious time.

[Zadicar]

Some guys tend to be isolated from others. The family environment makes them lonely by not allowing them to socialize with others. Boys are spending time at home and using phones and laptops and easily get addicted to online gambling. Encourage your child to play outside instead of keeping them indoors and develop the habit of physical exercise yourself to stay physically fit.

How can you let your child go outside and encourage it when the temperature drops to -30 degrees Celsius? How long can they stay outside without getting frostbite? Even climate influences a person's development as an individual. It's believed that in countries with harsh climates, people spend more time indoors than outdoors. And at home, you need to find entertainment. Do you understand my point?

Yes, if there is a situation where children are unable to go out of the house due to natural or climatic conditions and have to spend most of their time indoors, then parents need to be vigilant so that they do not become overly addicted to mobile phones. They can set some time for using mobile phones and rules can be set that they will not be allowed to use their phones outside the specified time. Apart from this, children can be made interested in reading books or creative activities. Besides, indoor games or spending time with family members can be done. Surely, a responsible parent will not sit quietly and watch their children become addicted before their eyes just because they are not going out now.

Thats why i do have that always monitor my kids when it comes to mobile phones specially if there's something that they might be able to see on which this isnt only limited to gambling but also in other things like violence, porn or any other things that would disrupt out their mind and thats something as parents should be that responsibility to take up some actions or monitor in regarding on this one. Always be alert when it comes into this aspect because once you have neglect or missed out on seeing those things that they might be seeing or watching or involving then it can create some serious problems later on specially in gambling on the moment that they would be that able to deal up with gambling and having that attachment or simply addiction then it will be resulting into that huge problems later on.

Addiction is common specially on gambling and this isnt just that limited to young people but also in general or older ones. If you arent that good when it comes to handling your emotions and also on how to control yourself when it comes to decision making then you would be ending up on this situation.

[Pandorak]

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That's going to be depend n the level of addiction, if the person deeply addicted controlling him /her might be difficult especially if he's getting that amount he will push for it no matter what, though the suggestion may work if the level of addiction still controllable by the person itself, since limiting the access to the money may lead him to lessen his participation to gamble as he's just relying to the amount that he'll be getting as an allowance in a daily of monthly manner.

Exactly, when someone has entered a phase of severe addiction, to the point where they cannot go a single day without thinking about gambling, it becomes difficult to control them. All they can think about is how to get money to gamble, and it is people like this who will destroy those around them, especially their families. First, they might borrow money from their family. Once that money runs out, they will then ask their friends for loans, until eventually no one will trust them anymore. This is why one must think carefully about their purpose before gambling whether it is to earn income or simply for entertainment.

[ASloveapg]

Someone who is heavily addicted to gambling will certainly find it difficult to recover, even with help, unless they themselves have the intention and determination to recover and become a better person by leaving their addiction behind.

Sure. The first step towards getting rid of addiction is self awareness, and then willingness to seek and get help from others, this is because, depending on the level of the addiction, it can be very difficult or even impossible an addicted fellow to conquer addiction on their own, whic is why it's always important to talk to someone or possibly seek professional help.

If we want to get out of addiction then we have to take professional advice, without proper advice and awareness we can never get out of addiction, but first of all we need your consent, if you really want to get out of addiction, then this is the only possible.

You are addicted to gambling but if you deny this and if you have no desire to get out of it, then no matter how much advice is given to you, you will not take any advice seriously and as a result your addiction will never be cut.
That is why you need to understand yourself, you understand that you are addicted here and as a result I am interested in taking professional advice on my own, then every advice will be very effective for you, you will be able to accept them well and as a result your addiction can be cut very easily.

[LUCKMCFLY]

As human, the least we can always do to people is giving a helping hand at every moment you have thr opportunity to do so.

There's no doubt about that because personally I'm someone who, wherever I can help, I think it's good to do it, and if it's within my power, I do it But you have to look for options; sometimes it's not just about talking, but about doing, being with the person, accompanying them in that process That's why friends are a fundamental part that's where they should be seen.

[Dr.Bitcoin_Strange]

If we want to get out of addiction then we have to take professional advice, without proper advice and awareness we can never get out of addiction, but first of all we need your consent, if you really want to get out of addiction, then this is the only possible.

Addiction happened with the consent of the victims, they were just ignorant until they became uncontrollable,  after they have become addicted, they still have to take a strong decision of quitting before anything else can work, else nothing will work because their mind is not yet made up to stop being addicted. If their mind is made up to quit, then any advice taken from a psychologist will work.