Quote from: Lida93 on June 20, 2024, 12:32:33 PM

I heard about gambling therapy and it prick my mind to which I asked myself when last did I go for gambling therapy? I could recall and that's because I have never had one since I believe am gambling responsibly.

What's gambling therapy?

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Gambling Therapy is a free, global online service offering practical advice and emotional support to anyone affected by problem gambling link

Yeah, you read that correctly , it says people affected by gambling problem. But after reading I took an opposing view about it because gambling therapy shouldn't be something simply painted exclusively for people with gambling addiction problems alone. In as much as you're a gambler, whether a gambler that has his gambling habit under control, going for a gambling therapy should be a habit we should acculturate ourselves with, at least twice a year (ones in every 6months).

We go for monthly or quarterly health routine checkups not only because we're sick but to reduce any risk of getting sick before knowing. Right? same behavior can be applied to gambling , do you agree or it's not necessary until you start getting a gambling problem .

I really think that is not a bad idea. You are right when comparing gambling treatment to regular health checkups. We literally go for checkups of the body so that we can get hold of the problems in time. Similarly, engaging in gambling treatment even at a time when the problem is 'tight' may be the most effective way to sustain our mental and emotional well-being. In terms of developing self-care habits and ensuring that we remain on the right track, regular check-ups help us stay updated with our physical health.

It may be that a person believes they are gambling legitimately, but by going to the therapies or support sessions, light will be shown as to the normal building up of positive behaviors. It's more of a prevention than a cure. Consistent use of such activities will help note the warning signs should there be any, and ensure satisfaction remains a positive part of life without it being a problem. So, yes, gambling therapy as a part of a routine is indeed an important step in the ability to remain healthy and well.

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If you said people should go on a routine checkups, in my perspective, this should basically be for people that needs it and who knows that they're gambling out of control , near addiction or gamble addicts, it isn't necessarily for someone who keeps him/her self on check while gambling.

how would you know if you need a therapy if it has not gotten to a level that it's obvious? perhaps I would say people should always check themselves naturally on how much well they have been doing before the gambling and how much they are doing after being in gambling hence always being aware of yourself is the ultimate way to cope gambling habits.

I guess almost every gamble addicts at some point becomes aware that their behavior towards gambling has gradually changed over a period of time, but the problem here is that they don't know how to get themselves out or finds it difficult to start drawing themselves back; hence it becomes important for such category of gamblers to go check him or herself.

Taking you for instance, in my trading perspective, there was a time in my early stage of trading when I started over-trading, I knew about it but reducing the rate at which I trade becomes challenging, and it took me some time before I figure out how to reduce trading frequently.

That is indeed a great discovery, and it does sound pretty close to the initial conversation. While you have noted the change in approach and struggling to adapt, through gamblers that are similar gradual changes in behavior where they realized that they didn't know enough to make it a problem. That's why it's so important to recognize early signs of these symptoms; hence, the need for early interventions such as gambling therapy-or, for your case, reassessing how you work.

It was your experience in previous projects that so well illustrates this common scenario: even if we identify the problem, without some form of structured approach or at least some external support, it's hard to make any changes. In this respect, assessments-in therapy or through self-care-can help us address and work through problematic behaviors before they become excessively focused.

This means walking confidently into gaming and trading, yet not being afraid to ask for assistance. Just as you have found it-a way to cut down on your gambling-gamers, too, may practice controlling their behavior so as not to get them into further trouble. This will also serve to keep satisfaction in check and balanced with communication through the use of preventative measures that are regularly practiced.