If the anxiety already exists, then we should not add more fuel to it by gambling. It's not a cure. Gambling could make it worse, and someone who is having a hard time controlling their anxiety should not take any risk of trying gambling as a cure to the problem.
Those who have that problem should seek help, and it's better if they can get away from vices that would add more problems. They need company, they need to relax, and try to enjoy life. I don't think you can find that in gambling. It's mostly stressful unless you win in the first bet, which is very rare to happen.
Yeah i agree with you, it is nothing but a trap if you use wagering to prevent your anxiety. when you anxious you should have to stay away from gambling. Wagering never ever reduces your stress rather it will fuel your fire. If you grow up with disordered gambling habit then it will surly worsens mental health, increases anxiety, depression, & even physical symptoms of stress like insomnia or heart disease. Ok if you find someone who is in problem gambling don't hit them directly, just simply try to keep them out from slot machines, sometimes therapy, social support, or calming activities are what actually work, not pretending to roll the dice.