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Re: At what point is Someone classified as gambler?
by
sheenshane
on 05/06/2025, 22:39:31 UTC
I don't really know if similar question or concerns has been raised before, we often say that we are gamblers but does it mean that anyone who gambles once or twice is a gambler? If no, how long could someone be classified as a gambler or what games that are to be classified as someone gambling.

Drop your opinion.
I'm also a little bit confused. Grin

IMO, there's a difference between playing for fun and being a gambler.
Suppose you gamble occasionally, like buying a lottery ticket or playing a round of poker at a party purely for entertainment.  In that case, you’re okay with losing money because it’s the “price” you pay for fun, and you can easily walk away anytime without stress. That's when you're playing for fun.

However, if gambling becomes a regular activity or even a livelihood, you might feel emotionally invested, chase losses, or plan your time and money around it.  For some, it involves skill and strategy, while for others, it turns into an addiction.  That's what defines a gambler for me.