With the first days of autumn upon us, the sounds of the snap of a football and cheering fans aren’t the only reminders that football is hugely important to millions of people. For the individual with a penchant toward betting, football season triggers more than just fan enthusiasm. And the problem is more than just [...]
In some cases, gambling can become a problematic behaviour causing many difficulties. This type of compulsive behaviour is often called "problem gambling". It is typically a progressive addiction that can have many negative psychological, physical and social repercussions. Problem gambling is harmful to psychological and physical health. People dealing with this addiction can suffer from [...]
Addictive experiences, whether caused by using an addictive substance or by engaging in an addictive behaviour, are marketed to people who are vulnerable to feeling that experience will eliminate their distress or complete them as a person. The negative consequences are rarely felt by those who profit from the money generated by selling that experience. [...]