Is there less human pressure if gambling is conducted in the same place with friends?
Online casino promotes gambling alone because it is just you interfacing with a phone or computer set. You are hardly distracted by external bodies but you will be closed to inputs and advice from friends or other gamblers. However physical casinos provide the avenue to enjoy gambling with friends because they can view your bets and make suggestions which might either be beneficial or counterproductive. There will always be some level of distraction when gambling with friends but it has its type of fun. I usually see this avenue as a time to hang out with friends so I don't place high bets because the distraction can affect my predictions. However, if your friends are professional gamblers they will understand that every individual is responsible for his bet, hence there is a need for independence or less pressure.