Quote from: BenCodie on November 07, 2023, 08:50:30 PM

Quote from: noormcs5 on November 06, 2023, 06:00:48 AM

Quote from: BenCodie on November 05, 2023, 08:29:00 PM

Good to see that there is now a resource that admitted problem gamblers can use to turn things around. Credits to you for creating this project and I hope that it is a success in the purpose it is aimed to serve!

Previously no one took gambling addiction seriously and everyone was of the point of view that gambling addicts should come up with ways to reduce gambling and engage in other healthy activities. Of course, this is not easy and if it was easy to move away from gambling, no one would be addicted to gambling.

With the introduction of such sites, at least people will realize that addiction of gambling is like a disease that needs a medical solution and it is something that can't be ignored.

Such sites will bring this issue on the table, the people will take it seriously and eventually, we will have gambling addiction rehabilitation centers online or offline.

I have seen further awareness spring about in the progress of the last year, which is great. Both here, and offline. You are absolutely right in saying that in the past, addicts seemed like they were just weak people with no one else to blame but themselves. .however I think it's becoming more and more clear that gambling and different games can effect different personalities in different ways. They may not necessarily realize this until reflection (if even progressed to this point) which by then, is too late

I hope that this project can help to make people realize the consequences sooner, whether it be through support or third party experience.

Addiction is more complicated than weakness. Far more complexity exists. The games, the lights, the action - all of these are meant to lure in certain types of people in different ways. It's a serious matter, and the consequences might be disastrous.

Though, it's frequently too late, I think reflection is essential. We've all witnessed it, including you and me. I'm fighting for initiatives that offer both immediate support and awareness-raising because of this. Not only should the implications be explained to people, but they need also be demonstrated to them and effectively engaged before it's too late. Real stories told in virtual reality, interactive platforms simulating the downward spiral of gambling addiction - immersive, unavoidable experiences - are what I mean. Prevention is the key, not just intervention.