I think most times they don't want to accept the truth because they have lost so much money to gambling and won't stop till they probably make it back.. that's obviously going to put them into more depts. Knowing when you have become addicted is what helps the most to prevent spending part your budget. The public has no say over your life, but if you see someone who's willing to notice you and tell you about your addiction, then you should take their advice seriously and stop.