Is gambling becoming appealing because modern life is getting more stressful?

[Dave1]

Have you ever think that online gambling is more appealing because in this modern time, we have more stressed in our lives?

Sort of people going to online gambling because they want to escape the hardship of life even for just a few hours? And as we what relief, control, and escape? And so we gamble not just to win money, as this is the basic of gambling. But rather,

• to stop thinking
• to feel that adrenaline rush
• to escape anxiety

Do you agree?

[Ruttoshi]

Everything about gambling boils down to making profit for a lot of gamblers. Hardship makes people feel that gambling is an escape route out of poverty. This is why I feel that the population going into gambling is increasing.

If you're not a gambler, you wouldn't care about the adrenaline rush that attracts you to gambling. However, some people gamble for other reasons and not because of profit.

[Agbamoni]

When responsibilities increase to when people are no longer content with what they earn, they find alternative means of making quick money. Gambling is an option for them because they dont need to require any special knowledge except for understanding the sports they want to bet on, and learning how to use an online casino. No big knowledge, just basic knowledge of things.

[yahoo62278]

I gamble to gamble, life is going to be whatever you make it mostly. I have some spare time and a few extra bucks with a good basketball game on later in the evening, then making a wager to make the game a little more interesting and maybe win some more extra money will make my night a little better. At the very least I waste a few bucks and enjoy the roller coaster I am on while watching the game.

[Die_empty]

Do you agree?

I agree that escaping from the troubles and stress we face every day is part of the reason why people gamble. This happens mainly in countries with a lower unemployment rate. This set of people sees gambling as entertainment.

But in poor nations, almost every gambler is betting to make money. Gambling is not used as a means of escaping anxiety or stress, but as a means of escaping from poverty. If you do a quick search of why people gamble in developing nations, the first option is usually financial gains. Entertainment and leisure are the first options when you research why people gamble in developed countries.

[mcdouglasx]

Many people play for the thrill it offers, to relax and unwind, and of course, the stress of the modern world likely plays a role. But I think the main attraction remains the ease of access to the site; betting has become easier for everyone every day. However, there will always be those who play purely for fun, and for them, making money is a secondary experience. There are all kinds of players, but without a doubt, the online gambling audience has grown significantly in recent years.

[Oshosondy]

I do not gamble to stop thinking, nor gambling to feel that adrenaline rush, nor gambling to escape anxiety nor to relieve myself from stress. I just gamble because I feel like gambling. I have seen people on this forum saying something like these on their posts, but that is not the reason that I am gambling. If I am having any of these, it can inhibit me from gambling.

[summonerrk]

Have you ever think that online gambling is more appealing because in this modern time, we have more stressed in our lives?

Sort of people going to online gambling because they want to escape the hardship of life even for just a few hours? And as we what relief, control, and escape? And so we gamble not just to win money, as this is the basic of gambling. But rather,

• to stop thinking
• to feel that adrenaline rush
• to escape anxiety

Do you agree?

Human psychology has a way of escaping reality to distract itself from problems, even if only for a little while. This includes smoking (a break from life) and drinking as a way to shift one's state to a more positive one. And computer games (an attempt to achieve small victories). Gambling, however, is probably one of the most effective ways to distract oneself, but also one of the most dangerous. Because it directly affects reality, and that shouldn't happen. The distraction should bring relief, and afterward, the gambler should calmly return to improving their reality.

[Patikno]

I think, it is normal in this modern era for many people to experience stress in their lives, as there is so much activity these days, even more so than in previous era. So, people might find their own ways to reduce their stress burden, or temporarily eliminate it, and for some people gambling is their option. Actually, everyone has the right to their perspective on gambling, whether for win, just for fun, or whatever. However, they also need to be aware that gambling carries the risk of addiction, or can deplete their savings. Therefore, they need to limit themselves, and It is not just gambling; other forms of entertainment also have risks, and the solution is to not overdo it, and use money that you can afford to lose.

[cryptoaddictchie]

Have you ever think that online gambling is more appealing because in this modern time, we have more stressed in our lives?

Sort of people going to online gambling because they want to escape the hardship of life even for just a few hours? And as we what relief, control, and escape? And so we gamble not just to win money, as this is the basic of gambling. But rather,

• to stop thinking
• to feel that adrenaline rush
• to escape anxiety

Do you agree?

Yes, I agreed sir! Online gambling becomes more attractive in stressful times because it offers an illusion of control, instant stimulation, and emotional distraction, allowing people to briefly disconnect from toxicity, anxiety, mental exhaustion, and real life pressures while mistaking temporary relief for genuine entertainment or progress. Well for anyone that's a stress reliever but for others it's now becoming a business where they relied on it as source of money.

[TelolettOm]

Yes, it's true, gambling has become more popular and more appealing these days. Compared to the past, when you had to go to a casino or other betting venue, the restrictions used to be limited to dice, cockfighting, and other traditional forms of gambling. But now? There's even more gambling, and more people are here.

And currently, there are several underlying reasons:

• - The era of technological advancements that is increasingly accessible to all levels of society, making online gambling the most popular and accessible to more and more people.
• - The increasing ease of internet access to all kinds of platforms, and the increasing number of online casinos with various enticing advertisements, so many people are easily tempted to gamble online.

At least these two factors are some of the factors, and of course there are several other factors that influence and make gambling seem increasingly appealing.

Source: gambling more appealing

[demonica]

That's one thing. But it may differs from each person and what's gambling to them and their reason from gambling. Though based on what I noticed on the people around me who are into online gambling. Rather than relieving stress, it just becomes their past time when feeling bored. Easy access thru phone, anywhere and anytime.
I'm surrounded by middle-aged people who does physical labor, and every time they take break from works, you'd most likely to find them on their phones gambling to pass the time. Then it slowly becomes their daily routine.

[Shinpako09]

Everything about gambling boils down to making profit for a lot of gamblers. Hardship makes people feel that gambling is an escape route out of poverty. This is why I feel that the population going into gambling is increasing.

Indeed, they resort to gambling hoping their life would change 360° or at least improve. It’s either they have no other choice, or they’re tired and can’t endure anymore and just want a change. Some do it out of greed, even if they’re already doing well, they want more money, and an easier way to get it. The majority gamble for profit, no matter what their social status is. With life getting harder and inflation rising worldwide, it’s not surprising that people resort to gambling.

[coin-investor]

Have you ever think that online gambling is more appealing because in this modern time, we have more stressed in our lives?

I believe it is the case, when we are betting, there's an adrenaline rush that makes us forget everything; we are too immersed in our bets that an hour of betting relieves us of our stress. Of course, you should only play with money that's allocated for betting, so you will not burden yourself with losing your bankroll.
You can only get the full benefit of the excitement brought by gambling if you have no pressure to win and let things happen, win or lose.

[Rashlyowl]

I'm not sure if I gamble because I'm stressed, but gambling does make me more relaxed because I can forget for a moment everything I'm experiencing at the office, of course, still within the limits of responsible gambling. But consciously, I gamble because I want to gamble, some occasions just for fun & some other occasions I want to make quick money from gambling.

[Miles2006]

Majority of people gamble mostly for the money, aside money it depends on our different view basically I can agree people visit the casinos to relief stress, ease from other activity while gambling activity can be seen as a fun activity etc. sometimes gambling activity can cause different kinds of anxiety just to stay confident, gambling is becoming more advanced, I’m not sure appealing is the right word because the emotions that comes with losing can be considered stressful reason why it’s advisable to gamble the little available secondly over confident can result to emotions, no doubt gamblers get familiar with all sort of games but, winning is not guarantee.

[Hewlet]

Sort of people going to online gambling because they want to escape the hardship of life even for just a few hours? And as we what relief, control, and escape? And so we gamble not just to win money, as this is the basic of gambling. But rather,

Everyone is passing through one stress or another and even in the past, people have faced the things we are currently facing. Using the excuse of stress as the reason for an addictive behaviour is completely uncalled for because that's not a reasonable excuse to even start with.

Gamblers gamble because they want to gamble and that's just it. Any form of justification for the art or not is just a way of giving excuses that doesn't count in the first place.

[Stepstowealth]

Have you ever think that online gambling is more appealing because in this modern time, we have more stressed in our lives?

I do not agree that it is because people have more stress now than before, I think it is more because of how well it has been packaged and sold to us. Now companies are investing heavily in marketing and promotions all around, we now see a lot of very enticing adverts and these online gambling companies are aligning themselves a lot with things that people like like team sponsorship etc. With the amount of investment in that, they have to just see results in an increased number of gamblers to their website to gamble on. There are other ways to handle stress, it is not only gambling.

[YOSHIE]

Yes, if you say this I have to admit it, the reason is that I see people who come into the world of gambling, in fact some of them include my friends.

Sort of people going to online gambling because they want to escape the hardship of life even for just a few hours?

With extraordinary inflation occurring, almost no longer under control, many people around the world are now turning to gambling, whether this method can solve the problem or not, the point is that gambling is now the main thing for many people.

[jcojci]

Gambling can be solution but not always because gambling has risks. People should use other activities to relief stress or anxiety instead gambling. If they use gambling too often, they can addicted to gambling. That will risk their life and ruin everything. If they just have fun, that is okay but if they want to make money, that will make them lose.