It has always been that way until some greedy or lazy people who feel that’s how they can become rich stepped in. There’s a rule to the game and that is never gamble what you cannot afford to lose. If everyone can just follow this rule, then there will be no issues
Among the most common mistakes of a gambler are high expectations and inability to assess the situation.
High expectations mean that you start gambling because somebody you know won a lot of money or you saw another player win in front of you so you sit at the table thinking it's your lucky day or lucky table or that you have to win today.
Inability to assess means that you think you aren't at a big loss yet or that you still have enough money to win it all back.
If you can't learn on your mistakes and lack self control you will fuck up somewhere in life anyway. It might as well be gambling.
Of course, easier said than done. Once you are immersed in the game, really hard to get out of the situation. A person should have sheer determination of what to expect even before the start of the game. Else, he will really end up destitute.