Gambling as entertainment for those who are able to control their emotions and are responsible with their bankroll, and another with a small percentage.
Gambling becomes dangerous when people continue to chase losses until they become severely addicted, leading to financial ruin and ultimately depression and mental illness.
You can entertain simply by playing games on your computers and don't lose any money at all. There are many ways of entertainment, either offline or online, free or paid, so you must be responsible with your money and financial status.
No, I don't think that if you came from a gambling background, and then play games that you don't lose money is some kind of entertainment? I have to disagree with it. It's very different if you play or gamble with real money, just saying.
Gambling is funny and it can be so helpful for relax but only if your bets won't destroy your finance and life.
That's why the best way to avoid it is not playing or don't start with your gambling journey. Because once you are hook, it's very hard to get out of it and it will take a lot from you mentally, physically and emotionally to stop or even control your gambling addiction.