Phrases with «pathological gamblers»

"Pathological gamblers" refers to individuals who have a strong and uncontrollable urge to gamble, despite the negative consequences it has on their lives. They are unable to control their gambling habits and often prioritize it over other important aspects of their life, such as relationships and work. Full definition

Sentences with «pathological gamblers»

  • They found that antisocial personality, social anxiety disorder, and PTSD were more frequent in the relatives of pathological gamblers independent of whether the relative also had pathological gambling. (sciencedaily.com)
  • Attributional style in pathological gamblers in treatment. (personalityresearch.org)
  • Nevertheless, it was at Brecksville, as recently as 1972, that Dr. Robert L. Custer, a psychiatrist who is now chief of treatment services of the Mental Health and Behavioral Science Service of the U.S. Veterans Administration, founded the world's first treatment center for pathological gamblers. (si.com)
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