A compulsive gambler is a person who is not able to resist urgeto gamble. The compulsiveness leads to severe personal andsocial consequences. The desire to gamble becomes so difficultto control that stress can only be calmed by gambling more.
1. Walks, Talks and Breathes Gambling.
The compulsive gambler preoccupies himself with gambling. Hetells story of previous experiences. The compulsive gambleroften discuss with anybody willing to listen, his new schemes ornext winning strategy.
2. More, more and more.
The compulsive gambler finds himself gambling more and moremoney. In most cases he is not gambling for a bigger prize butfor an increased thrill or excitement. The time he spendsgambling usually lasts longer than planned.
3. Can't Stop, Won't Stop.
The compulsive has repeatedly been unable to curb his gambling.Worse, he becomes irritable and restless when attempting to cutback or stop altogether. Unfortunately, gambling is a way ofescaping or relieving his problems.
4. Lies, lies and more lies.
The compulsive gambler starts lying to family and friends inorder to hide his habit. But lies and brags about winnings. Hedenies having a problem when confronted. Often becomes angry ifthe issue is pursued. The lies start to become a way of life forthe compulsive gambler.
5. Show me the money.
He starts depending on others to help on dire financialsituation. He often borrows from family and friends to supporthis increasingly worsening problem. Mortgages and loans arerefinanced. Life insurance is cashed in, as well as his 401k.The gambler may then start committing fraud and theft to financegambling.
6. Self Destructing
Career is jeopardized or relationships with loved ones andfriends are eroding. There is a tremendous amount of shame andremorse felt after gambling. Will consider or attempt suicidedue to extreme helplessness of situation.
7. Losing control.
A shift in personality often happens to the compulsive gambler.He starts being manipulative, irritable, argumentative,critical, and controlling. The compulsive gambler starts losinginterest on his regular activities and hobbies. Then makes poorexcuses or evades questions on his whereabouts. Often withdrawsfrom love ones and friends. Sees gambling as a way to cope anddeal with his problems.
8. No Sense of time.
The compulsive gambler begins gambling to celebrate and incrisis. He starts spending his time gambling on holidays andspecial events.
Prevention is difficult and will not always be likely.Counseling may help people who are more susceptible tocompulsive gambling. People who know of relatives that arecompulsive gambler might be at risk and must be especially wary.
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