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Recognising and treating gambling addiction
Noticing warning signs, offering support and counselling can help
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Gambling addiction can disrupt a person's life, causing financial woes, straining family ties and even leading to a life of crime, say experts. But, like all medical illnesses, the right treatment can help addicts recover.
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Mr Yeo (not his real name), an engineer in his fifties, began gambling for fun at Chinese New Year gatherings when he was just 13.
As he grew older, he would play slot machines at a social recreational club, betting $10 to $20 to pass his time. However, over time, he found himself betting more and more at each session. He even took bank loans to cover his losses.
