Why gamblers just can’t stop betting their money away


People who are highly impulsive are more likely to continue gambling despite experiencing losses, leading to problem gambling. — Unsplash

Gambling is a significant social issue in Malaysia.

Studies indicate that around 4.4% of the Malaysian population engages in high-severity problem gambling, with an additional 10.2% engaging in moderate-severity gambling.

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