Etiology of Gambling Disorder

Etiology of gambling disorder is very complicated, some false concepts can already trap one into gambling, for example:

Other causes include:

Influences of gambling disorder

Gambling disorder does not only lead to severe financial problem, but also impact gambler’s family and friends negatively, for example,

• Physical health: Health problems such as broken sleep and changes in appetite;
• Mental and psychological health: Loss of dignity, absent-minded and disorganized speech;
• Interpersonal relationship: Losing respects and trusts from friends, family and colleagues, and even interests in being with others
• Behaviours: Worsened work performance, including frequent absence and loss of concentration, or worsened learning ability; or even committed illegal activities to get money for gambling