Never known anyone personally who had that addiction. I went to a casino once in Atlantic City with a group from work back in the 80's and had fun. I began the trip with $70 earmarked for playing slot machines and that's what I did. It was spending money. There was no "omg I'm gonna win!" in my head at all. The goal for me was to enjoy the day and I did.
One of my brothers is a dealer in AC these days. Can only guess how many people he's watched spend their last dime to lose at his tables. Thousands?
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