Tuesday 8 May 2007

Gambling

Gambling like lying or body modification we all do it or have done it but moderately. What I mean is small things that you would not consider as gambling like I bet you or I dare you and so on is that really being bad? In my books losing money or possessions through gambling is bad but small time betting, there’s nothing wrong with it. Putting money on horses or dogs and similar bets to me are more English and more of a British thing while the American version is Hollywood style gambling like the Las Vegas strip!! To me that signifies a meaner and harder version of gambling and the British type is the softer type. You know were just might lose a tenner or a fiver but in Vegas you could lose your livelihood and more!!













However, the casino is an exciting place to visit. Players visit the casino for different reasons. Some take the time to learn the skills needed to play the games with the primary goal of winning money. The majority of players visit the casino for entertainment. Playing the games is an enjoyable experience and the lure of winning money adds to a player's excitement. Some players enjoy the adrenaline rush and experience a high that accompanies the thrill when they risk their money on the games.Nowadays for many gambling has turned into an addiction and it is a serious problem that needs to be addressed. When the thrill of the game outweighs everything else, the player has crossed over the line from player to addict. Gambling, like all addictions can be devastating for the person and his/her family. Internet gambling is just as bad if not worse because you can do it from the comfort of your own home! However, gambling is seen as an addiction and there are sites dedicated to help those in need of beating that addiction. The site below gives information on everything you need to know about gambling addiction and counselling programs.
http://www.addictionrecov.org/addicgam.htm

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