I would say that being in a state of financial stress not only adds an extra layer of pressure when it comes to gambling, but also leads to false hopes and unrealistic expectations. In this way, a person tries to compensate for failures in other areas of life. It’s a poor strategy, as it blurs the line of knowing when it’s time to stop. Even when someone does win, they often don’t cash out, because they’re fixated on a goal that is nearly impossible to achieve.