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Compulsive gambling is an urge or addiction to gamble despite harmful negative consequences or a desire to stop. A preferred term among many professionals is problem gambling, as few people described by the term experience true compulsions in the clinical sense of the word. Problem gambling often is defined by whether harm is experienced by the gambler or others rather...

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sglt71 06/10/2013

What are your thoughts on this? I am thinking about it, but it scares me. It would be bad enough if I had another relapse and being arrested would make it even worse. On the other hand, it should keep me away. Why do you have to register in person? Also, is it true that you have to register in person at each state that you gamble in? I would have to get on the list in 7 states. Is it really worth it? I would appreciate any thoughts or comments about this topic. Thanks.

lisadawnb 06/10/2013

Hi Sglt
Im pretty sure all states are different. In Ok, I had to ban myself at each one. In MO, you can just self ban at one and it covers every casino in MO. Self banning was the best decision I've ever made. It's my brick wall between me and gambling
Hugs
Lisa

deleted_user 06/13/2013

I recently self excluded myself in AZ which I could do through a form online. This bans me from all AZ Indian casinos, as well as all Harrahs/Caesars casinos around the country. Had no idea they owned Paris, Hard Rock, and a few others in Vegas but I do now. They indicate that they will arrest you for trespassing if you are caught and will donate any jackpots you get to charity if you get past their security. Hope this helps.

sglt71 06/13/2013

Thanks for sharing.

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