Gambling addictions [query]

I know all ppl on here are keen on a punt but who can say they are or have been hooked, personally i reckon the games are the money takers, lose a lot in no time, sports and races not so bad but i have to say i have been , that blacjack is the worst, just gets ya , who has managed to give the games away completely and can say thats one of the best things you have done, they can be very bad to get hooked on.