For most people (myself included), gambling at online casino's is a harmless pass time fun activity, but of course it can become a problem for many. IMO, to lessen the risk of becoming a problem gambler, there are certain things i bear in mind such as,
Many of these are easier said than done of course but it might be worth noting. Online gambling is probably the best thing to happen since sliced bread
and i'm not saying these points could or would work for everyone but they might help in enjoying gambling in a healthy, financially sensible way.
I'm interested to know how you keep tabs and control on your gambling to make sure that one does not become a compulsive gambler or problem gambler.
The question still remains "if we can play gambling for fun"? It seems very difficult because of the money involved as is going to remain the game of the rich if it is just for fun. I believe that about 80% of gamblers do gamble because to win and become rich through luck. - Gambling for Fun - Not to Win Money
- Setting myself a gambling goal
- I Bet small (don't blow all your money at once)
- I practice gambling with friends
- Set time limits and walk away
Many of these are easier said than done of course but it might be worth noting. Online gambling is probably the best thing to happen since sliced bread
and i'm not saying these points could or would work for everyone but they might help in enjoying gambling in a healthy, financially sensible way. I'm interested to know how you keep tabs and control on your gambling to make sure that one does not become a compulsive gambler or problem gambler.
Ofcourse gamblers gamble for money just like most people in any other kind of business. Few actually combine fun and monetary rewards. I think this set of people (those gambling for rewards and fun) could end making a career out of skill based gambling