The signs of a poker addiction are numerous, but you need to know what you’re looking for to spot them. Red flags resemble other forms of problem gambling.
Sgns of a poker addiction include:
- Desire to play poker with increasing sums of money to achieve the desired excitement
- Restlessness or irritability when attempting to cut down or stop playing poker
- Repeated unsuccessful efforts to control, cut back, or stop playing
- Preoccupation with poker (e.g., having persistent thoughts of reliving past poker experiences, planning the next poker trip or session, or ways to get money for poker)
- Trying to make a living from poker
- Playing poker when feeling distressed (e.g., lonely, guilty, anxious, depressed)
- Returning to the casino or online…