Signs of Gambling Addiction
Here are some key signs of gambling addiction:
Preoccupation: Constantly thinking about gambling or planning the next gambling activity.
Increased Tolerance: Needing to gamble larger amounts of money to feel the same excitement.
Unsuccessful Attempts to Stop: Wanting to cut back or stop gambling but finding it difficult to do so.
Neglecting Responsibilities: Failing to fulfill obligations at work, school, or home due to gambling.
Withdrawal Symptoms: Feeling restless, anxious, or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling.
Chasing Losses: Gambling more to try to recover lost money, leading to further losses.
Financial Issues: Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling.
Isolation: Withdrawing from friends and family to hide gambling behavior or avoid judgment.
Dishonesty: Lying about gambling activities or hiding the extent of gambling from others.
Using Gambling as an Escape: Turning to gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression.