Who Really Wins? An Examination of Gambling in Modern Society
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date published 23/04/2008
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SummaryHuman beings are the most sophisticated animals on earth, capable of raising entire civilizations through their mastery of tools and their uncanny ability to manipulate their environment. This concept of control is enforced from early childhood as stable and predictable lifestyles are depicted as good and idealistic. Although events happen throughout peoples lives which are out of their control, people generally like to believe that they are in command of their lives, and that every outcome is a direct result of their actions. This illusion of control is precisely what the gambling industry exploits, on an absolutely enormous scale. Gambling is becoming increasingly popular in the media with televised poker, internet gambling and movies like the recent James Bond movie “Casino Royale”. Everybody from teenagers to the elderly can indulge in activities like poker, slot machines, bingo and lottery tickets to satisfy their needs for adventure and risk taking. Despite its popularity in modern society, it is generally acknowledged as a negative pastime due to its addictive demeanor and ability to ruin people’s lives.
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