Many gamblers feel 'possessed' — watching themselves gamble while screaming internally to stop. Neuroscience confirms this isn't weakness. It's a neurological hijacking.
Many compulsive gamblers describe feeling 'possessed' by their addiction—watching themselves gamble while screaming internally to stop. Peer-reviewed research reveals this isn't weakness; it's a neurological hijacking of your decision-making. But here's the hope: even when you can't choose to quit, you can always choose to reach out for help.
By Kate Mosley, Gambling Recovery Coach.
Why Gamblers Feel Possessed: The Science of Lost Control and How Christ Restores Your Agency