Imagine people who are addicted to betting having to explain how much they love it. They will probably not be able to do so without coming across as a criminal or mentally sick. Betting doesn't enjoy a good reputation and it is the same thing as gambling. Gambling too, after all, enjoys the same reputation.
But what really makes people addicted to something that is not seen as morally acceptable? There's one word to go about it: Thrill. People get addicted to something when they find it thrilling. Let's take a sneak peek inside a gambler's mind and see what we can find.
First of all, a betting addict does not wait for a suitable place for gambling. They can start betting pretty much anywhere. From home to local shops to even on the train, it's the thrill they are addicted to. Even if they do not actually win, they will keep trying for the sake of the thrill until they actually do win.
There are many reasons behind betting addiction. Also, since everything has gone online, it has become much easier for gamblers to up their betting game. Regardless of online gambling, the British are at the top in this game of betting. To infographic below shall provide you with further detail on the psychology of betting addiction and a few other interesting betting facts.
Infographic by: BetBlokes