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1. mewpme+e9[view] [source] 2024-09-26 16:02:48
>>jimbob+(OP)
Maybe there could be some sort of identity based limit on how much anyone can gamble in a month?

Couldn't fully read the article though.

If betting wasn't allowed it would be significant income loss for sports teams as well. Maybe you might think that they don't need that much money, but that is subjective.

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2. sickof+fa[view] [source] 2024-09-26 16:07:56
>>mewpme+e9
I think the core of the issue is that, much like social media addiction or nicotine pouches, the source of addiction is instantly available at any time in your pocket. There is no barrier to initiate the activity, even with smoking/vaping at least you had to go outside to get your fix.

When I was going to college I had multiple friends that would compulsively gamble whenever there was down time. They wouldn't have lost half the money they did if gambling only took place at Casinos, or at least at dedicated terminals.

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3. supper+vb[view] [source] 2024-09-26 16:15:17
>>sickof+fa
I like nicotine pouches because its just plant fibre soaked/sprayed with nicotine. Its convenient like gum.

That being said I only do the 4mg option and usually after work with a beer. I dont think I'm addicted to them because I dont do them compulsively.

I know some people use nicotine to deal with anxiety or restlessness or something. I kind of like the buzz, since nicotine is a poison sourced from a plant.

Sorry tangential rant lol

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