It seems that women in Scotland are turning to online casinos poker to help them deal and cope with depression. The Scotsman reported this latest development based on a study conducted by an academic at the University of Dundee, which also claimed that online casinos and Internet gambling was a hidden cause of homelessness. Because online casinos are so easy to access and very simple to use, more and more women are trying their luck, or at least hoping that it will change for the better while gambling online. But many experts believe this is a matter that could easily get out of hand and cause potential danger to these women, and maybe even their families.
'With men, gambling is much more an 'ego thing' about status, and they like going into casinos where they can be seen playing. With women it tends to be hidden, and a shame issue. With online gambling women don't need to leave the house to gamble and this, coupled with the ease of getting credit cards, is leading to massive problems,' Ms. McMahon said, a former casino croupier. With the fun, flashy graphics, and online chat options, online casinos have what it takes to lure people from their problems and provide an escape to a world full of high risk and the chance to become instantly wealthy. For women who are feeling blue, online casinos can seem like the easiest and best outlet for their need to take a break from their life.
A spokesman for the Department of Culture, Media and Sport, said: 'The government recognizes that a small number of people can develop problems through gambling and with technological advances this now includes online gambling.' Online casinos can be a great experience for many online gamblers. But there is definitely a fine line between having a gambling problem at online casinos and truly having fun.