Gambling Addiction
Treating Gambling Problems (Wiley Treating Addictions series)
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I hear about gamblers living in a state of denial that they have no problem whatsoever with their addiction. There's got to be a way to 'snap out of it'.
Problem gambling, like any other addiction, is a kind of compulsion. The guy just can't let go. He's on a roll, he's winning, losing, keeping it going -- it becomes disruptive and almost pathological.
You're right about the 'state of denial' that gamblers live in, and sadly, they snap out of it only they've lost their money, house, car and spouse.
Fact is, these guys need support too. They too are human, with their own weaknesses. And the best way to deal with gambling addiction (be it a friend or family member) is to put some sense into him. Show him the mirror; tell him what he's doing to himself and to you.
Explain it assertively and courageously. Get Gambler's Anonymous if you have to. One way or another, just tell him to stop.
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Or do you think that it is caused by environmental factors?
I don't think that people are genetically predisposed towards gambling per se.
I do believe that some are genetically predisposed towards addictions, however, in that they find it much more difficult to stop something they enjoy.
Also, similar to drinking and smoking, I think that environmental factors can influence one to gamble more than they should "oh, just one more hand of poker!".
This is something that isn't a clean-cut, it is caused by this one thing and one thing only. Many different things contribute to a gambling addiction.
Yes. Asians have a much bigger problem with gambling than other races. From SE Asians to Chinese. There is a bigger % of them that have gambling addiction. However, it seems like a hidden problem since SE Asians make up a smaller portion of Asians and there's just so many Eastern Asians that are doing well.
Given how easy it is to do now, with gaming sites all over the place?
No. Gambling is generally a bigger problem than people give it credit for, but not with young people.
just quit gambling, and stay away from places or towns that allow gambling. its called willpower. People used that before there were therapists
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