Can gambling cause brain damage?

“There's a wide range of consequences that comes with gambling disorder (formerly referred to as gambling addiction or problem gambling). Like any addiction, the damage can be to a person's body, their brain or their mind,” Dr. Fong said.

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2023-11-24 10:12:49

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