Getting Help For A Gambling Addiction

By Misty Brooks


If you know someone that has a drug and alcohol addiction, you are not alone. Millions of people in the world suffer from an addiction. However, many of these addicts also suffer from a gambling obsession. Many people that have gambling addictions say that they cannot stop playing black jack, poker and slot machines. What happens when a person's life gets totally out of hand because of their gambling? Many experts say that it's hard for addicts to control the situation. A lot of addicts feel as though they are working through obstacles that will eventually get them sober. In life, there are many obstacles that get in the way.

Gambling is often associated with drinking alcohol and having a lot of fun. It is often looked at as being "gaming". A fun and entertaining night out. However, there is nothing fun or entertaining about losing all of your money when you go. People are often smiling when they walk into a casino and angry when they walk out. Many addicts lose their entire paycheck and sometimes house when they play. It is important to not allow your addiction to take over your life.

When someone is in a treatment program for gambling, they often go through withdrawal. They often feel like their mind is always wanting to play slot machines or simply gamble. When an addict cannot do what they want, they often show signs of anger, aggression and demands. A gambling addict will most start screaming and give you every reason why they should go to a casino and start playing games. Many excuses are that their skills are so good that they can make thousands of dollars for the night. Another excuse is that they are broke and want to make more money.

It is hard to change your circumstances for many different reasons. A person that gambles is said to suffer from something that they are trying to hide from within. Addicts often are running from something that they feel ashamed about. Sometimes it is because they were molested as a child or were abused in some sort of way. Many addicts often feel a sense of rejection. It is important to tell people how you feel so that you can overcome your addiction. Many people in the world feel the same exact way as you do.

There are many different reasons as to why someone would not want to get help for their addiction. Many people say that it's mainly because their lifestyle doesn't permit it. Some people are caught in a cycle of always spending their last dime at the casino when they get paid. Some men and women would rather be dirt poor and gamble, then to have a nice home and live without gambling. Treatment centers will tell you that it's a choice.




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