Ever wonder just how much money was going to the casinos in America. Well wonder no more. US News is reporting that over $80 billion dollars goes to gambling each year. The government acts like it is trying to stop gambling but in reality 48 states have some sort of legalized gambling which makes you wonder. With taxes being paid on $80 Billion its no wonder gambling continues to thrive. Casinos take in more money than movies, music, cruise ships, spectator sports and live entertainment combined.
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We all know about gambling addiction and how bad it can get but how many are really affected. Studies show that about 6% of the population will have a gambling problem at some point in their lives. That is over 18 million Americans with gambling problems at any given point. Additional statistics show that 4-6% of those that gamble regularly will at some point lose control over their betting habits. The amount of addicts who seek help is less than 1% and the suicide rate amongst gambling addicts is between 17-24%. These are all disturbing numbers.

When you go on vacation it mighty tempting to hit up the casino attached to your hotel. Many Caribbean resorts have a small but nice casino for all their patrons. It is always a good idea to plan ahead if you plan on playing a few games. First decide how much money you are willing to lose on your trip and set it aside. Also decide how many visits to the casino you would like to make and separate your money accordingly. Stay within your limits. Keep an eye on how many free drinks you have while gambling as the more you have the less sharp your instincts get. Lastly know when to leave. If you are up its time to walk away.