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Hoping you can tell me, is gambling adddiction as bad as other addictions?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Not sure if you mean: Is a gambling addiction easier to end? Can it hurt you in fewer, less damaging ways? Well, the natural brain chemicals associated with pleasure/excitement would make it a bit like a substance addiction, but possibly far less likely to have physical withdrawal symptoms. Clearly, if dangerous people are after you for lots of money - it can kill you. There are 12-step groups & therapy. Find help.

Answered 8/13/2013

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