Gambling Problem

Dear Abi · 01-30-2005, 10:44 PM

This is from a member that chooses to remain anonymous

Dear Abi,

How would someone know if they were addicted to gambling, more specifically, online poker and slot machines? If you've got the money to lose and you don't do it on work time, can it still be a problem?

Dear Annonymous,
Contrary to the speed 'n' greed "Apprentice" ethos, life is more than work and money. If poker, slot machine (gambling) is interfering with your friendships, family, interests or ability to move your tush from the computer (Las Vegas/Atlantic City/Foxwoods) or where the heck you go to play the slot machine, it's time to cut back.
Moreover, if you find that the rush of playing is no longer a lighthearted diversion but necessary fuel to get through the day, or your bets are growing bigger to sustain that rush, it is even more important to back away. You could start by setting some boundaries and stick to them, even if it means disabling your computer or your car.

Good luck

BANNED · 01-31-2005, 09:45 PM

Abi warye..u know u wrote that ish up out of boredom

*DiamOnd* · 02-01-2005, 12:50 AM

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Originally posted by ABC
Abi warye..u know u wrote that ish up out of boredom

bwahhaha lyke seriously

FDR · 02-01-2005, 11:59 PM

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Originally posted by Dear Abi

... even if it means disabling your computer or your car.

Good luck

Disabling yo car? so shawty should quit her job too, huh.

01-30-2005, 10:44 PM	#1 (permalink)
Dear Abi Moderator Join Date: Mar 2001 Posts: 348 Points: 392.00 Bank: 0.00 Total Points: 392.00 Donate Rep Power: 23	Gambling Problem This is from a member that chooses to remain anonymous Dear Abi, How would someone know if they were addicted to gambling, more specifically, online poker and slot machines? If you've got the money to lose and you don't do it on work time, can it still be a problem? Dear Annonymous, Contrary to the speed 'n' greed "Apprentice" ethos, life is more than work and money. If poker, slot machine (gambling) is interfering with your friendships, family, interests or ability to move your tush from the computer (Las Vegas/Atlantic City/Foxwoods) or where the heck you go to play the slot machine, it's time to cut back. Moreover, if you find that the rush of playing is no longer a lighthearted diversion but necessary fuel to get through the day, or your bets are growing bigger to sustain that rush, it is even more important to back away. You could start by setting some boundaries and stick to them, even if it means disabling your computer or your car. Good luck __________________ Take Care, Dear Abi Ask me any questions.

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