In America alone, problem gambling affects more than 15
million people. More than 3 million of these are considered severe problem
gamblers, otherwise known as gambling addicts.
Problem gambling can strain your relationships, interfere with
responsibilities at home and work, and lead to financial catastrophe. It may
even lead you to do things you never thought possible, like stealing money to
gamble or taking money meant for your children.
Now that Maryland has legalized casinos, we are now seeing the growth of a number of legal gambling venues akin to those in Delaware, Atlantic City, and Las Vegas. The slots located Hollywood Casino Perryville, Maryland Live! at Arundel Mills, and Ocean Downs in Berlin add to the already established horse racing gambling activities at Pimlico, Laurel Park, and others locations. With this growth, we are likely to see an increase in gambling problems.
Individuals who suffer from gambling problems may think they can't stop, but the Sanders Hypnosis Center of Maryland can help you. If you're ready to admit you have a problem and seek
help, we can help you overcome your gambling problem and regain control of your life.
Myths About Problem Gambling
MYTH: You have to gamble every day to be a problem
gambler.
FACT: A problem gambler may gamble frequently or infrequently. Gambling is a problem if it causes problems.
FACT: A problem gambler may gamble frequently or infrequently. Gambling is a problem if it causes problems.
MYTH: Problem gambling is not really a problem if the
gambler can afford it.
FACT: Problems caused by excessive gambling are not just financial. Too much time spent on gambling can lead to relationship breakdown and loss of important friendships.
FACT: Problems caused by excessive gambling are not just financial. Too much time spent on gambling can lead to relationship breakdown and loss of important friendships.
MYTH: Partners of problem gamblers often drive problem
gamblers to gamble.
FACT: Problem gamblers often rationalize their behavior. Blaming others is one way to avoid taking responsibility for their actions, including what is needed to overcome the problem.
FACT: Problem gamblers often rationalize their behavior. Blaming others is one way to avoid taking responsibility for their actions, including what is needed to overcome the problem.
MYTH: If a problem gambler builds up a debt, you should
help them take care of it.
FACT: Quick fix solutions may appear to be the right thing to do. However, bailing the gambler out of debt may actually make matters worse by enabling gambling problems to continue.
FACT: Quick fix solutions may appear to be the right thing to do. However, bailing the gambler out of debt may actually make matters worse by enabling gambling problems to continue.
Contact The Sanders Hypnosis Center today to get the help you need.
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