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The Best of Coast to Coast AM
Gambling - Best of Coast to Coast AM - 12/26/24
Dec 27, 2024
Howard Riback, a counselor specializing in problem gambling, shares his personal journey from addiction to recovery. He discusses the deceptive allure of gambling and its emotional toll on individuals and families. Riback recounts a pivotal family intervention that helped him confront his addiction. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in gambling and emphasizes the importance of responsible participation in betting activities, advocating for self-awareness and moderation in a landscape often glamorized by marketing.
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- Recognizing the signs of problem gambling, such as excessive preoccupation and denial, is crucial for initiating early intervention and recovery.
- Successfully overcoming gambling addiction can transform one's relationship with gambling, allowing enjoyment of the atmosphere without compulsive betting behavior.
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Signs of Problem Gambling
Recognizing the signs of problem gambling is crucial for early intervention. Symptoms may include excessive preoccupation with gambling, constant thoughts about when and where to gamble, and making excuses to friends and family about missing time for gambling activities. When gambling begins to dominate a person's life, making it difficult to engage in normal daily activities, it's a signal that there may be a serious problem. Acknowledging these behaviors is essential, as understanding when gambling becomes an addiction is the first step towards seeking help.
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