What Type of Gambler Am I? - page 13.

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Quote from: lionheart78 on June 26, 2022, 09:30:01 AM

Quote from: Jemzx00 on June 26, 2022, 08:45:15 AM

Understandable, even though compulsive and professional gambler might have conflicting traits with each other but still there are some professional gambler that will get carried away and will do irrational decision that will lead them to their lost.
I have watch multiple gambling session whereas a well-known professional gambler who is on a win streak will end up losing as they got carried away with their winnings.

Professional gamblers are also human and they are also susceptible to error so the case you stated is very possible especially when professional gamblers are competing with each other at the table but when they are playing against the casino I think this case will rarely happen. Here are some of the important factors that differentiate a gambling professional from an amateur gambler, and we can see the difference in traits of a professional gambler from a compulsive gambler in the given quoted message.

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Professionals only bet when they have good reason to believe they have an edge on the bet. No edge, no bet. Amateurs will bet on hunches or feelings
Professionals track their betting. They note ALL their bets, the reason for placing them and the outcome. They're able to have confidence that they have an edge because they have a database of past results which shows winning tendencies. Amateurs remember the exciting bets, the big wins, the near-misses, the "you wouldn't believe how unlucky I was" bets and forget the dull ones that weren't for big stakes or never really looked like winning
Professionals are honest about how they're doing. They don't think in terms of luck. If you find yourself thinking about how unlucky you've been you're probably an amateur
Professionals manage their risk and their bankroll. Ideally they vary their bets according to the advantage they have (using something like Kelly criterion). Amateurs bet too big and don't think about the probability of going bust. They vary their bets according to how much money they have in their pocket at the time. If pushed they'd probably guess that Kelly Criterion is some kind of reality TV personality.
Professionals use data. Sports bettors often use sophisticated models. Poker players know the odds for any hand they might encounter. Amateurs bet with feeling and emotion
Professionals play the odds. They'll happily bet on something they don't think is going to happen if the odds make it a good value bet. They'll happily bet against a favourite they think is going to win if the price is right. Amateurs try to pick winners. As a result amateurs will actually often have a higher percentage of winning bets than professionals but will still lose money while the pros win
Professionals get pleasure from making a living betting. Amateurs get pleasure from the betting itself.

source: https://www.quora.com/Whats-the-biggest-difference-between-professional-gamblers-and-amateurs-Besides-winning-more-consistently-of-course

Yes sir, but the question that I'll like to ask to you is: how can I be a professional gambler without be addicted? It is really complicated that this happen, it

requires a lot of concentration and attention, sometimes also happen that professional fell into the tunnel of dependence, and we've heard many case about that.

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Quote from: Jemzx00 on June 26, 2022, 08:45:15 AM

Understandable, even though compulsive and professional gambler might have conflicting traits with each other but still there are some professional gambler that will get carried away and will do irrational decision that will lead them to their lost.
I have watch multiple gambling session whereas a well-known professional gambler who is on a win streak will end up losing as they got carried away with their winnings.

Professional gamblers are also human and they are also susceptible to error so the case you stated is very possible especially when professional gamblers are competing with each other at the table but when they are playing against the casino I think this case will rarely happen. Here are some of the important factors that differentiate a gambling professional from an amateur gambler, and we can see the difference in traits of a professional gambler from a compulsive gambler in the given quoted message.

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Professionals only bet when they have good reason to believe they have an edge on the bet. No edge, no bet. Amateurs will bet on hunches or feelings
Professionals track their betting. They note ALL their bets, the reason for placing them and the outcome. They're able to have confidence that they have an edge because they have a database of past results which shows winning tendencies. Amateurs remember the exciting bets, the big wins, the near-misses, the "you wouldn't believe how unlucky I was" bets and forget the dull ones that weren't for big stakes or never really looked like winning
Professionals are honest about how they're doing. They don't think in terms of luck. If you find yourself thinking about how unlucky you've been you're probably an amateur
Professionals manage their risk and their bankroll. Ideally they vary their bets according to the advantage they have (using something like Kelly criterion). Amateurs bet too big and don't think about the probability of going bust. They vary their bets according to how much money they have in their pocket at the time. If pushed they'd probably guess that Kelly Criterion is some kind of reality TV personality.
Professionals use data. Sports bettors often use sophisticated models. Poker players know the odds for any hand they might encounter. Amateurs bet with feeling and emotion
Professionals play the odds. They'll happily bet on something they don't think is going to happen if the odds make it a good value bet. They'll happily bet against a favourite they think is going to win if the price is right. Amateurs try to pick winners. As a result amateurs will actually often have a higher percentage of winning bets than professionals but will still lose money while the pros win
Professionals get pleasure from making a living betting. Amateurs get pleasure from the betting itself.

source: https://www.quora.com/Whats-the-biggest-difference-between-professional-gamblers-and-amateurs-Besides-winning-more-consistently-of-course

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I guess somewhere between Casual and Serious Social Gambler! I spend a bit more time gambling than Casuals do, but I don't rely solely on gambling to cope definitely! Gambling is entertainment for me, instead of going to some sport or doing anything else I like to sit down, relax and play some games I like! Gambling comes behind family and other important things for sure, it's fun because I never spend what I can't afford to lose anyway, so I can get into any problems... I gamble for decades, with crypto and online crypto gambling I started spending more time than before because I can do it from home, simple as that! And as long as it's fun and laugh I will gamble!

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Be nice!

Quote from: lionheart78 on June 26, 2022, 08:18:12 AM

Quote from: johhnyUA on June 26, 2022, 07:37:12 AM

Quote from: Jemzx00 on June 25, 2022, 08:01:56 AM

professional gambler yet also a compulsive gambler as well.

I'm doubt about that. Some of this types still contradictory to each other, like compulsive gambler and professional. So you can't be a professional and compulsive gambler at the same time. Do not confuse "compulsive" with "cinematic emotions"

True, compulsive and professional gambling are two conflicting traits of a gambler. The problem here is that often time a compulsive gambler mistakenly thinks that they are a professional gambler. Grin

Understandable, even though compulsive and professional gambler might have conflicting traits with each other but still there are some professional gambler that will get carried away and will do irrational decision that will lead them to their lost.
I have watch multiple gambling session whereas a well-known professional gambler who is on a win streak will end up losing as they got carried away with their winnings.

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Quote from: johhnyUA on June 25, 2022, 07:45:03 AM

Many of this types are not contradictory to each other.

For example, "social gamer" can be a "compulsive gambler" at the same time.
Also i can't find direct type which would fit me personally. I have traits from at least like 3 types of gamblers: social gambler ( major source of relaxation and entertainment), conservative gambler (modest budget or time limit) and professional gambler (Patience, self-control)

I have a better classification:
- addicted to gambling
- not addicted

Grin

The type of gambler is often used to address the gambling addiction of a player. From a medical perspective, it is a huge factor to know the root of the addiction thus, comes the type of gambling traits. If a medical practitioner successfully identifies the gambling addict's gambling traits, then they can recommend certain process to inhibit the cause of the patient's addiction.

Quote from: johhnyUA on June 26, 2022, 07:37:12 AM

Quote from: Jemzx00 on June 25, 2022, 08:01:56 AM

Quote from: johhnyUA on June 25, 2022, 07:45:03 AM

professional gambler yet also a compulsive gambler as well.

I'm doubt about that. Some of this types still contradictory to each other, like compulsive gambler and professional. So you can't be a professional and compulsive gambler at the same time. Do not confuse "compulsive" with "cinematic emotions"

True, compulsive and professional gambling are two conflicting traits of a gambler. The problem here is that often time a compulsive gambler mistakenly thinks that they are a professional gambler. Grin

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Quote from: Jemzx00 on June 25, 2022, 08:01:56 AM

Quote from: johhnyUA on June 25, 2022, 07:45:03 AM

professional gambler yet also a compulsive gambler as well.

I'm doubt about that. Some of this types still contradictory to each other, like compulsive gambler and professional. So you can't be a professional and compulsive gambler at the same time. Do not confuse "compulsive" with "cinematic emotions"

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I'm fairly certain that I'm a conservative gambler. Strict and small budget (my account's balance is worth approximately 1 mBTC at most) generally small bets and avoiding excessive risks. Mostly in for the experience and the thrill of playing a game of chance, hoping that eventually, I might get a little lucky and earn a few bucks.

Also, I'm mostly playing casual games, such as Dice or crash, avoiding anything that has to do with sport betting or casino styled games, such as roulette.

LodisMcguire

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For me is casual social gambler,because i just gamble when i want and just to try luck.I am not using some methodical way or pursue maximized earning in gambling.I know that i don't have the skill to be a professional gambler,not that i want to and i don't want to see myself fall into an addict hole that will be hard to get out to.

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if we talk about sports betting I try to be a professional gambler, I minimize any risk and I try to maximize every profit.

If we speak of classic "casino" gambling I am a casual gambler. It is a great way to unwind after a day of study and dedicate some time to something different.... by the way it's really hard to judge ourself as compulsive gamblers ... Roll Eyes

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I consider myself a casual social gambler. I only gamble to feel relief from stress and overworking. I gamble to forget the things that are stressing me out. I also aim to win but the satisfaction that gambling could give me is already fulfilling. I still know my limits but gambling would be a part of my routine whenever I feel gloomy.

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Casual gambler. I have never been that deep with playing slots, horse racing, dice, and other games. I think the longest I played was sitting in a poker game at a small casino near our place. But the stakes are not that high since it's mostly for making friends or hanging out with alcohol that is more expensive than the game.
It's fun, I loved the companionship being made but that's it. Was never hooked deep into the game and we just do it like every month back when there's no pandemic yet.

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I'm conservative gambler since I'm curious of new games in slots that come up and tried every other games when I feel bored. Even I'm not good enough to those games, but at least I understand how the games work and why do many people so excited to these games. I believe many people here who see a slots ads will curious when they show the player hit the insane multipliers and that's lead many people to try out the games.

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I voted for casual social gambler because thats the best that describe my gambling habit. Im playing to entertain myself and not really concern if I win or not (but of course it would be great to win though). But based on the definition of Relief and escape gambler, I think I will also fall with this category, sometimes gambling is my way to cope with stress from work. It became my leisure time to forget the stress that im getting and its always because of my real job.

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I may categorize myself as conservative gambler and yes When I see new game or things? i follow the steps and do it myself .
but it is not good impact because most of the game made me a loser but at least I learned the game and another experience come hope.

Quote from: kamvreto on June 25, 2022, 11:30:26 PM

The average voter says they fall into the Casual Social Gamblers type , and that's my vote too. I feel like gambling is just for free time, to relax my mind so I can forget some problems. Gambling which is only used as relaxation without thinking about profit certainly does not use big money, because the purpose is only for entertainment, nothing more than that. If you're lucky maybe it's just a bonus.

As that is what we mostly are, we often say that we gamble for fun but badly feeling when Losses , that is the reality and lets accept that fact.

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Personality Gamblers

For better or worse, the above gambler types all involve activity that is legal, even if it could become problematic. The personality gamblers — sometimes called antisocial gamblers — are different because they behave in illegal ways.

These gamblers want to make large amounts of money gambling by any means necessary. Personality gamblers may lie, cheat, steal and deceive other players or people in charge to come out on top. Their tactics could be simple like hiding a card up their sleeve, or elaborate, like conspiring to fix a race or sporting event.

For the personality gambler, gambling is an issue, but there could be other facets of their criminal activity and mental health that need equal attention from professionals.

The term "personality gamblers" doesn't seem right to me.
I guy, who wants to cheat and scam by using gambling games is a criminal/scammer, not a "personality gambler". Do you think that being a liar, cheater, scammer is a part of your personality? Maybe it is, I don't know. I'm not a psychic doctor. I've heard theories, stating that come criminals are born this way while others became criminals because of their social circle.
I guess that I'm one of the escapist & relief gamblers. I usually gamble to spend some time entertaining myself and not thinking about the BS that surrounds us everywhere. However, I'm not social or extroverted and I've never visited a real offline casino in my entire life.
Compulsive gamblers are just gambling addicts. There's no problem calling them gambling addicts.

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Social gambler that is where I belong, conservatives look similar to my experience right now but am still within the range of social gambling, I only gamble for the fun of it, and most time I bet on only football. But on rare occasions, I play dice but that is mostly on weekends, I don't have the budget for gambling but I don't exceed a $100 deposit each time and for long period, let's say I only deposited once in two months, so you can see that am just a fun seeker and not after the winning but if the wining come fine so be it and when I lose I move on no stress.

Gambling should be done with extreme caution.

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casual Social Gamblers are more dominant and I also chose it because of its almost the same resemblance. but on the other hand this can change depending on one's needs (bad, happy,) or one other thing this might turn into
conservative Gamblers can even get worse for example being compulsive gamblers. I think everyone's case will be different and not as specific as the article you shared. however gambling games can be easy to make players addicted. I researched many friends in the neighborhood, almost 80% of the 10 respondents who gambled became addictive even though at first it was just for fun.
temporarily concluded from the 10 respondents I interviewed that environmental factors, friendships are very close and affect one another.

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MAaaN...!! CUT THAT STUPID SHIT

The average voter says they fall into the Casual Social Gamblers type , and that's my vote too. I feel like gambling is just for free time, to relax my mind so I can forget some problems. Gambling which is only used as relaxation without thinking about profit certainly does not use big money, because the purpose is only for entertainment, nothing more than that. If you're lucky maybe it's just a bonus.

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LOL! I really thought that this is some kind of Gambling personality test where you need to answer numerous questions regarding the your different behaviour in different circumstances.

But yeah, I think it would be more fun to read if you are given some questions and the result will vary depending on your answer -- just like this one^[1]. Not only you are given insight about what type of gambler you are but you will also learn how your personality is correlated with your gambling behaviour.

Voted for Conservative!

[1] https://www.16personalities.com/

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I would probably call myself a "Relief and Escape Gambler". I definitely have great coping skills which have allowed me to cope with always losing haha. But people do need relief and escape from whatever is going on in their lives, I would think.

But the coping with loss part is really something that all people need. Otherwise they just keep going and going until all their money is gone, forever.

I can't really say I am all that emotional when losing but I do become more and more emotional on winning streaks. Which I think is my weakness, I just do not know when to stop and collect my profits. Roll Eyes

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