Effects of Gambling Addiction
- Financial Problems: Gambling addiction can lead to financial ruin. People with gambling addictions may spend large amounts of money on gambling. They may also borrow money to gamble or sell possessions to get money to gamble. This can lead to debt, foreclosure, and bankruptcy.
- Relationship Problems: Gambling addiction can destroy relationships. People with gambling addictions often lie to their loved ones about their gambling habits. They may also neglect their responsibilities at home or work in order to gamble. This can lead to arguments and conflict within relationships.
- Physical and Mental Health Problems: The stress related to compulsive gambling can cause a variety of physical and mental health issues including anxiety, depression, insomnia, and stomach issues. Problem gamblers may also turn to substances to alleviate unwanted mental health side effects.
When you quit gambling, the losing stops, and you become a winner!
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