Analysis. History. Perspective.

Sports Then and Now



Why Online Betting Is Addictive 0

Posted on June 04, 2020 by Cathy Carter

Online betting refers to the gambling services that are offered by betting sites. Betting comes with addiction which sometimes becomes hard for an individual while quitting. Individuals who gamble keep doing so to avoid depression and stress. Many players usually bet to get some sense of excitement more especially when they win. Betting can be done in sports like football, racing, or playing poker with friends. Quitting betting is never easy for any individual but it can be done with the help of a social support group who are experienced and qualified in handling such matters related to addiction.

Below are some of the reasons why betting is addictive;

Entertainment

Betting comes with a sense of fun that players majorly gain when they win. However, not every individual who visits the gambling site has the motive or objective of winning. Some usually after a long day’s activity just want to visit the sites and have fun by betting and finding an activity to do.

Money

The desire and desperation for money usually make individuals involve in betting activities. When individuals bet and win some money through sites such as ufabet, they gain the morale of betting continuously even if they lose next. This continuous process of losing and winning becomes habitual and hard for an individual to stop. An individual, therefore, becomes addicted and keeps hope alive about winning anytime. In some cases, life becomes challenging to people with no job or source of employment more so the youths and the only option left is to stake some money with the hope of getting much more.

Read the rest of this entry →
  • Vintage Athlete of the Month

    • Mickey Lolich: 1968 World Series Hero
      October 2, 2024 | 3:00 pm
      Mickey Lolich

      The Sports Then and Now Vintage Athlete of the Month is one of the most celebrated pitchers in Detroit Tigers history and will forever be remembered for his heroic performance in the 1968 World Series.

      Mickey Lolich is remembered for his durability, resilience, and ability to deliver in clutch situations. Known for his powerful left arm and an almost superhuman capacity to pitch complete games, Lolich etched his name in baseball history with his stellar performance in the 1968 World Series, leading the Tigers to a championship. His career, spanning from 1963 to 1979, was defined by consistency, longevity, and an unyielding competitive spirit. Lolich may not have the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, but his achievements on the mound have earned him a lasting legacy in the annals of Major League Baseball.

      Read more »

    • RSSArchive for Vintage Athlete of the Month »
  • Follow Us Online

  • Current Poll

    Will the Kansas City Chiefs "Three-Peat" as Super Bowl Champions?

    View Results

    Loading ... Loading ...
  • Post Categories



↑ Top