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Floyd Mayweather isn’t the only celebrity with a gambling problem; Charles Barkley claims that his gambling problem has cost him $10 million. Former NBA star and current TNT NBA analyst Charles Barkley reveled his own struggles with gambling in an interview with ESPN. Barkley said he lost “probably $10 million…it is a problem for me.” Charles Barkley admits that just because you have millions of dollars doesn’t I've you the right to gamble all the time. It can ruin anyone’s life. “Do I have a gambling problem? It’s just a stupid habit that I've got to get under control” (Barkley, sports.espn.go.com) people say that the first step to overcoming a problem is admitting that you have a problem and that’s exactly what Barkley did. He admitted that he has a gambling problem.

suffering from gambling

The families of problem gamblers suffer greatly and experience physical and psychological abuse, as well as harassment and vehement comments from bill collectors and creditors. “Problem gambling can strain your relationship, interfere with responsibilities at home and work, and lead to financial catastrophe. It may even lead you to do things you never thought possible.” (helpguide.org) this quote means you may start stealing money to gamble or taking money meant for your children. Also, this means that gambling can interfere with many things. How are families affected? Money Problems, the most common problem is the loss of money. Savings, property or belongings may suddenly be lost. This kind of money crisis makes the family feel scared, angry and betrayed.

get rich quick scheme

people are looking for a get rich quick scheme rather than inverting. The lottery is based on instant gratification. most people have placed their future in the hands of fate and are waiting for that glorious day when it will all come through for you, but you may NEVER get that break. in any stateand probably any store that sells Powerball tickets, cases of compulsive gambling will abound. tales of customers spending $100, $200, and even $500 on piwerball tickets were frighteningly common. "one waiter from New York claimed to have spent $3,000 in powerball tickets in Greenwich, Connecticut" ( tech.mit.edu ) this quote means that some people can see that they have a problem with the lottery, but they just dont care. they thinkit doesnt matter just because they spent many years playing but in actuality, it does matter.

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The lottery presents a plausible advertisement by saying quotes such as "you have up to ten chances to win", "Pennsylvania Lottery- Benefits Pennsylvanias everyday", and "keep on scratchin'". But you would have to be a very solicitous person because there are millions of people hoping to win as well. Advertisements would usually be seen downtown, shopping centers, and on public transportation because  that is where people spend the most money.http://amberalonzo.blogspot.com/2007/06/effects-of-winning-lottery.html

the lottery is prodigal

the lottery is prodigal because you are relinquishing hard earned money on things that could of been used for useful things such as debts, bills, student loans, recompensing debts, or childcare. most people try their hardest everyday to win the lottery to try and pay off debts, bills and other things of that nature instead of saving money. you shound not depend on the lottery. Researchers say you have a better chance of getting into a car accident, plane accident, or struck by lightning, than to win the lottery.http://www.saneok.org/files/Facts&Stats/LottoFacts.pdf