Dangers of addiction and effects on mental health

Dangers of addiction and effects on mental health

In this thread I want to list prominent examples of addiction and the outcomes, but also the effects of gaming and gambling on human psychology.
The effects on mental health and execessive gaming are not really researched yet, but there seems to be a link to a few problems. I had a friend that was seriously gaming and he killed himself a few years ago.


I have looked at a few examples of gambling and addiction.
Wanting to start of list of people, if anyone can add someone or something youre welcome to do so.

Matt Marafioti (pokerstars: ADZ..) https://forumserver.twoplustwo.com/29/ne...

Chad Batista, (ps lildholdem) https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chad_Batis...
https://forumserver.twoplustwo.com/29/ne...

Richard Lyndaker (nutsinho) https://www.pokernews.com/news/2019/08/r...

Bandi Hawbaker

Grant Amato
This guy murdered his whole family becuase he was addicted to a bulgarian camgirl. He pulled allnighters watching her and shipping her 250k of stolen money from his family. When they called him out he killed them. Honesly one of the more chilling cases.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvbuZM-n...

Rocky Ramka Kam
Oh yes, and this guy spend his whole time playing video games until he snapped:

Gavin Smith, one of my heros
Stu Ungar, one of my idols

Mario Zwansleitner: https://www.yourpokerdream.com/poker-pla...
https://www.vip-grinders.com/poker-playe...
https://forumserver.twoplustwo.com/29/ne...

Alessandro Bastianoni killed himself after losing around $600.000 playing.
https://forumserver.twoplustwo.com/29/ne...

Max Heinzelmann
https://www.pokertube.com/article/max-he...

So there you go, this is my list of people. If you have anyone else I forgot please add.

29 June 2021 at 05:47 PM
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I've seen firsthand how addictive behaviors can lead to devastating outcomes, and it's heartbreaking to hear about these tragic stories. If anyone is struggling with addiction, seeking help and support is crucial for overcoming it.


Personally, I've found solace in smoking vapes like VIHO Supercharge, but I understand that everyone's journey to recovery is unique.


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