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Friday, May 15, 2009

Know the Warning Signs of Problem Gambling


There are a lot of people drug or alcohol addicted. They know that, but there is nothing they can do to change their lives. Oh, that’s not right as there are a lot of anonymous medical centers where they can come to undergo a course of medical treatment and get psychological help. The same about people addicted to gambling. There is a high variety of different responsible gambling organization in many countries around the world. (By the way you can check it by your self whether you need such a help using special inquirer available online).

Here you are few warning sings which show that gambling is becoming a problem for you:

• Spending longer periods of time gambling.
• Placing larger, more frequent bets.
• Going into debt to support gambling activities.
• Arguing about gambling with friends or family.
• Pinning hope on the “big win.”
• Feelings of guilt or remorse about gambling.
• Participating in illegal activities to obtain money.
• Missing work to gamble.
• Hiding involvement in gambling activities.

In this articles I also would like to suggest possible actions you can undertake to avoid addiction to gambling.

• Remember, the house always has the advantage.
• Before playing, educate yourself on how the game works.
• Always set a limit. Stay within it.
• Do not chase losses; accept them as a cost for the entertainment.
• Take frequent breaks.
• Use only money from your entertainment budget, do not borrow.
• Balance gambling with your other leisure choices.
• Know the warning signs of problem gambling.

Be safe and watch yourself!