Not really. I always feel i gave all my money to them everytime I go gambling. Its more often that i lose than winning happily, I just went there to please my self and enjoy. Gambling is really not for me and I find it in a positive way. In this I can prevent myself from getting addicted unto it. Self control is the key.
I also have a very bad experience in gambling, I lost a lot of money, but in early stage and when i realize the fact about gambling, then i tried my self to control and make a limit for my gambling activity. It now really help me in controlling my big lost in gambling.