Gambling, in my opinion is an activity that can be addicted more easily than cigarettes and similar tobacco products because gambling has become quite easy in today's conditions. Especially considering that it is very easy to gamble online there is no difficulty in gambling compared to the past. This not only helps many users access gambling more easily but also allows gambling addicts to gamble continuously. For example, if gambling was something that could only be played in physical offices or casinos many addicts would not be able to visit the place for various reasons, and they would be freed from gambling addiction.
In my personal opinion, if gambling is only physically playable in casinos, gambling addicts will be able to get rid of gambling addiction more easily because they will have more difficult access to gambling. Of course, this will not be a sure solution but if access to gambling becomes difficult many addicts will have a chance to get rid of this addiction as they will stay away from gambling.
Everything that is done in excess, then the result is not good. addiction, by the way, is not something foreign to us. as you said, for example addiction to cigarettes, or addiction to other types even more extreme than that. but the point is the same, all of them are equally addicted even though in different cases. IMO, as I said at the beginning, anything that is done in excess is not good. the point is, we can not necessarily compare for every case of addiction. and if we want to compare them, you should be equipped with data and scientific research results related to addiction.
Talking about online casinos, there will always be pluses and minuses to online gambling. one of the advantages, we can gamble without visiting the place or location of a casino. also, we can play wherever we want. minus, if someone does not have more understanding about gambling, then he has the potential to become an addict. especially those who don't have other activities, for example work or an activity that allows us not to be able to play it all the time.
Well, if we compare it to land-based casinos, the points are the same. although hindered by distance and place, in the end they will find a way to visit the land casino. So, after all, someone who is addicted will have his own way to fulfill his desires, including the cigarette addicts you mentioned in this post. Then, how to stop online gambling addiction. the answer is very simple, in every case of addiction has a different way of healing. the point is, we alone are able to escape the snares of addiction. how to do it, realize it and be determined to make changes accompanied by high intentions and desires. the rest, can visit people who are experts in this field.