1. Gambling Risks
... a big win that leaves them with the impression that winning will continue and the amount of money will increase. Initially the series of wins is based on luck or by good chance. This initial luck is then replaced by strategic skillful playing. During this phase, the gambler's confidence build up along with excitement and the sense that he is exceptional and results ... advances as quickly as possible to prevent his family from knowing. Covering up and lying about gambling behavior becomes more important (Carone et al.). As the borrowing continues due to bad losses, the gambler begins ma...
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