Should I Pay the Gambling Debts?

Often the friends and family members of the gambler will be tempted to pay the debts that have accumulated.

Although every situation is unique, this is often a band-aid effect that allows the gambler the relief needed to continue gambling.

For example, if the problems caused by the gambling are removed (e.g. no more bill collectors calling), the gambler may be less likely to desire treatment, will sink back into denial of the problem, and continue the cycle of gambling losses again.

When given money without treatment, the gambling addict WILL GAMBLE AGAIN.

For this reason, money is better spent on treatment than the payment of gambling debts.