Many people use gambling as an escape to relieve stress from certain problems, hoping it will make them feel happier and more relieved.
And returning to the initial discussion about why someone might return to gambling after previously deciding to quit, I suspect that the person may be experiencing difficulties or problems that are truly burdensome, causing stress and depression. A situation that could remind them of past behaviors that led them to gambling as an escape from stress. I also suspect that the same reasons may have led them to return to gambling. However, instead of making them feel happy, gambling actually becomes an addiction, which further exacerbates their stress and depression.
This is very likely to happen, because when someone is under a lot of pressure or stress, they tend to look for instant ways to feel calmer or happier. Gambling is often seen as a “quick escape” because it offers the thrill and hope of winning, which can give a temporary adrenaline rush. But the problem is, that sense of relief is usually only temporary. Once the game is over and the results don't meet expectations, feelings of disappointment, regret, and even more severe stress arise.
This is what causes some people to get stuck in a cycle: they are stressed, then they gamble to forget their problems, then they lose and become even more stressed, then they gamble again in the hope of covering their losses or finding the happiness they have lost. Over time, this behavior can turn into an addiction that is increasingly difficult to stop. So, it can be said that gambling does seem like a quick solution, but in the long run it actually worsens a person's mental and financial condition.
When you think about it, it's understandable that people seek an escape when they're stressed. But a healthier approach is to find other ways, such as talking to someone you trust, pursuing a hobby, or engaging in activities that truly calm the mind without the significant risks associated with gambling.