There are many reasons why people have a problem with gambling. Gamblers believe in streaks. A machine or table or dealer is hot or cold, problem gamblers are attracted to different forms of gambling for different reasons. Some are attracted to the sensory stimulation of video games of chance, while others to the perception of skill in cards or sports betting. Still others are drawn to the seemingly easy money of high-risk investments. Other reasons range from, an intolerable feeling state, such as helplessness, depression, or guilt, a highly developed capacity for self-deception, and exposure to gambling under certain circumstances in which it is valued. Other researchers have suggested that physical or hereditary may play a role; these facts have not been proven or disproved.

The effects on gambling can cause many different problems that including, but not limited to, financial problems. Gambling in the hope of more money is a big problem bec

Gambling problems can lead to the final and most brutal effect and that is a mental problem, in which the person may lie to family members, therapists or others to conceal the extent of involvement with gambling or even has jeopardized or lost a significant relationship, job, or educational or career opportunity because of gambling. They can become broke, despondent, and bitter, overwhelmed, or feel hopeless, they might also try to commit illegal acts that can lead to mental problems, in which they might commit illegal acts such as forgery, fraud, or theft, in order to finance gambling. Mental-health professionals prefer the term "pathological gambling" because it stresses the disease aspect of the issue. Pathological gambling is a progressive and chronic disorder that is clearly distinguished from social gambling. The results can be quite devastating. The disorder is incapacitating. The pathological gambler is unable to maintain solvency or provide basic support for themselves or their family. Further, as noted in the American Psychiatric Association description of the condition, "When the individual's borrowing resources are strained, the person may resort to antisocial behavior to obtain money. A significant percentage of pathological gamblers ha

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