For sure, but this is a weird thread. As it isn't really a gambler issue. This is a life-issue. Anyone, not only gambler shoud have steady income. Otherwise how can they plan ahead? How could they provide food and clothes or a rood over their head for their children. Not to mention if you need to gamble. If you don't have steady income, hardcore gambling should be furthest thing from your mind. Focus on getting a job, or any sort of secure income. Plan for the future and get an education.
I think the main point of OP is to highlight the issue of gamblers who continue to pursue their gambling habits even when they have no source of income or steady employment. This is a highly problematic situation, not only for their own financial stability but also for their family.
Only reason i can think of, for someone thinking they wouldn't need steady income is that they still live with their parents and get their food served and clothes bought. So they could play all their pocket allowance money.
It is possible, however, If they are already an adult and living with their parents, it is embarrassing to rely on the parents for someone when they can find a source of income and contribute to the family's daily needs.