The majority of people who gamble for fun are able to control themselves and not become compulsive gamblers. Statistically about 3% of people who start gambling for fun become problem gamblers, people who become addicted to gambling.
Gambling addiction is no less serious than alcohol or drug addiction, and possibly even worse. Once you get hooked into the gambling game you are likely to spend all your cash, possibly even selling your possessions or in extreme cases even stealing to be able to satisfy the urge.
Needless to say, this destroys your life,severely affects the lives of your family and friends and can lead to extreme depression and suicide.
